Abajet Tablet 10/40 mg

Adult dosage

This medication is administered once daily regardless of meals. In the case of primary hypercholesterolemia, the dosage ranges from 10/10mg to 10/80mg per day, with an initial recommended dosage of 10/10mg or 10/20mg per day. For patients requiring a significant reduction in LDL cholesterol, an initial dosage of 10/40mg per day is recommended. After administration, check lipid levels in the blood at intervals of at least 2 weeks to adjust the dosage.

This medication may cause a rare side effect affecting muscles called rhabdomyolysis. If muscle pain or weakness worsens and renal function is compromised, immediate consultation with a physician is required. This drug should not be used in patients with certain liver diseases or abnormally high liver enzyme levels. Regular testing should be conducted if there are signs of altered liver function, and the medication should be discontinued if needed. Caution should be exercised in patients at high risk of muscle-related side effects, such as those with impaired kidney function, hypothyroidism, elderly patients, and those taking certain medications simultaneously. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication due to unknown effects on the fetus or infant. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is important to inform your physician or pharmacist about any other medications you are taking. Especially when taken with drugs that affect drug metabolism in the liver, the risk of side effects may increase. Symptoms such as dizziness, muscle pain, and abdominal pain may occur during treatment, so careful observation is required, and medical consultation should be sought if these symptoms appear. Regular blood tests to monitor liver function and muscle status during treatment are important, particularly in the initial weeks after beginning therapy. The safety and efficacy of this drug have not been established in children and are not recommended. Elderly patients should be cautious due to the risk of muscle side effects. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be symptomatic with supportive care, while monitoring liver function and muscle status. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer the medication to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), liver abnormalities (jaundice), severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, yellowing of the skin or eyes, severe neurological symptoms, sudden and severe headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough+fever, significantly reduced urine output, severe swelling throughout the body with increased blood pressure, rhabdomyolysis, acute renal failure

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain the drug's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/Alu-Alu x 3]