Pitavastatin Calcium 4 mg Tablets

Adult dose

For adults, the usual initial dose is 1 to 2 mg of pitavastatin calcium taken once daily. If the LDL cholesterol-lowering effect is insufficient, the dose may be increased up to a maximum of 4 mg per day. The dosage should be adjusted appropriately at intervals of 4 weeks or more, depending on the LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and the patient's response.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients who are allergic to this medication, have severe liver dysfunction, are pregnant or may become pregnant, are nursing, or have muscle disorders should not take this drug. Additionally, it is not used in children due to safety not being established. Patients with renal dysfunction, a history of liver disease, those who consume excessive alcohol, the elderly, and patients with hypothyroidism should use this drug very cautiously. Especially, serious side effects such as muscle damage or worsening of kidney function may occur when used in combination with other specific medications, so consultation with a physician or pharmacist is advised. If during treatment with this medication, symptoms like muscle pain, weakness, urine discoloration, severe fatigue, rash, itching, or jaundice occur, inform medical personnel immediately. It is important to have regular liver function tests to monitor liver status and discontinue the medication if any abnormal signs are detected. Since this medication is used to lower cholesterol levels, it is recommended to combine it with a diet and exercise before use, and if there is no therapeutic effect, discontinuation should occur. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and women planning to become pregnant or who may become pregnant must consult with healthcare personnel before deciding to take it. This is a pill form and should be swallowed whole without breaking it, and stored out of reach of children. Finally, this medication has a heightened risk of side effects for patients with certain liver diseases, muscle disorders, and kidney dysfunctions and should be closely monitored. Additionally, since there may be interactions with other medications, inform healthcare personnel of all medications being taken.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, severe edema associated with increased blood pressure, severe allergic reactions.
• Severe rashes accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions.
• Liver dysfunction, jaundice, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), liver abnormalities (jaundice).
• Sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, severe

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• fatigue
• numbness
• itching
• dry mouth
• dyspepsia
• abdominal bloating
• constipation
• stomatitis

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that prevents light exposure, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet with a score line

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle