Tobajet Tablets 10/20 Milligrams

Adult dosage

This medication is administered once daily regardless of meal timing. For primary hypercholesterolemia, the dose range is 10/10mg to 10/80mg per day. The recommended initial dose is 10/10mg or 10/20mg once daily. For patients requiring more than a 55% reduction in LDL cholesterol, an initial dose of 10/40mg per day is recommended. After starting treatment or adjusting the dose, lipid levels should be checked at intervals of more than 2 weeks.

This medication may cause severe muscle problems, so patients should inform their physician immediately of any sudden muscle pain or weakness accompanied by fever. Patients with severe infections, hypotension, major surgeries or trauma, or uncontrolled seizures should temporarily discontinue or stop this medication. Furthermore, individuals with allergies to this medication, liver disease, muscle disorders, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients with a history of alcohol dependence or compromised liver function, reduced kidney function, or hypothyroidism should also use caution. Taking this medication with certain other drugs may increase the risk of muscle damage, so it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist about any other medications being taken. Regular liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment, and the medication should be discontinued immediately if symptoms of liver damage occur. This medication can elevate blood sugar levels, so patients at risk for diabetes should manage their blood sugar diligently. Dizziness or headaches may occur, requiring caution while driving or operating machinery. Women of childbearing potential should use appropriate contraceptive methods while taking this medication, and if pregnancy is confirmed, they should discontinue it immediately. The safety of this medication in children has not been established, hence it is not recommended. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be provided based on symptoms while monitoring liver function and muscle enzyme levels. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, painful mucous membranes in the mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough+fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination problems

Mild side effects

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

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

Appearance

A film-coated tablet in a capsule shape that is white or light yellow, with a biconvex surface on both sides.

Package unit

30 tablets/box (10 tablets/Alu-Alu×3)