Hanbaetoget 10/40 mg Tablet

Adult dosage

This medication is administered once daily, regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, an initial dose of 10/10 mg or 10/20 mg once daily is recommended. For patients requiring greater reductions in LDL-cholesterol, an initial dose of 10/40 mg once daily is recommended. After initiating treatment or adjusting the dosage, lipid levels should be checked at a minimum interval of 2 weeks and adjusted as necessary. Homozygous familial

This medication is used to lower blood cholesterol levels to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Before taking this medication, if symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or cramps occur, inform a doctor immediately. Due to the risk of muscle damage leading to renal issues, treatment may need to be temporarily suspended or discontinued in cases of kidney diseases, severe infections, surgeries, or trauma. This medication is not administered to patients with specific liver diseases or muscle disorders, and to women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Additionally, it should not be used by those allergic to any ingredients contained in this medication or those taking certain medications. Patients with alcohol dependency or liver dysfunction should be cautious when taking this medication and require regular muscle-related checkups if they are at high risk of muscle disease. Liver function tests should also be performed regularly during the treatment, and if liver damage symptoms appear, the treatment should be stopped immediately and consultation with a doctor is necessary. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist about all medications being taken, particularly when used in conjunction with certain antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, and some heart medications. Women of childbearing potential must employ adequate contraceptive methods during treatment to prevent pregnancy; this medication should not be taken during pregnancy or if pregnancy is possible. Side effects such as dizziness or muscle pain may occur; caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. In case of overdose, as there are no specific antidotes, appropriate treatment and supportive care based on symptoms are necessary, and liver function and muscle enzyme tests should be monitored.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with fever accompanied respiratory issues, breathing problems, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• abdominal pain
• elevated liver enzymes
• dizziness
• cough
• nausea
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• muscle weakness
• musculoskeletal pain

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a closed container. Ideally, it should be kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Following these storage conditions will help preserve the medication's effectiveness for a longer time.

Appearance

White, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP packaging (Alu-Alu) x3], 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle