Lovarow 1mg (Pitavastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

For adults, the usual initial dosage is to take 1 to 2mg of Pitavastatin Calcium once daily. If the effect in lowering LDL-cholesterol is not sufficient, the dosage can be increased up to a maximum of 4mg daily. The dosage should be adjusted according to LDL-cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and patient response, typically with an interval of 4 weeks or more, and the therapeutic effect of this medicine is maintained with continuous administration.

Child dose

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (10 to 16 years), take 1mg of Pitavastatin Calcium once daily. If the effect in lowering LDL-cholesterol is not sufficient, the maximum can be increased to 2mg daily.

This medicine is used to lower blood cholesterol levels. It should not be used in certain patients, such as those who are allergic to its components, have active liver disease, or have prolonged unexplained elevated liver enzyme levels. Also, individuals with severe liver impairment, biliary obstruction, those taking cyclosporine, patients with myopathy, pregnant or potentially pregnant women, nursing mothers, and individuals with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should not use this medicine. Patients with renal dysfunction or a history of liver disease, and those who consume alcohol excessively should use this medication with caution. Caution is particularly needed when taking it with fibrates or niacin, as it may increase the risk of muscle damage. Possible side effects include myalgia, weakness, and liver function abnormalities, and rarely, serious muscle damage known as rhabdomyolysis may occur. If such symptoms appear, administration should be stopped immediately. Regular blood tests to check liver function and muscle condition are essential during treatment. Extra caution is required when administering this medication to the elderly and children, especially monitoring the level of physical activity and muscle condition in children. Pregnant and nursing women should not use this medication, and if administration started during pregnancy, it should be stopped immediately, and a specialist should be consulted. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• rhabdomyolysis
• acute renal failure
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• renal function deterioration
• severe muscular weakness
• ocular muscle weakness
• severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• fatigue
• paralysis
• itching
• headache
• myalgia
• stiffness
• drowsiness
• insomnia

This medicine may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. Furthermore, it is important to keep the medicine at room temperature, which should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This ensures the drug's effectiveness is safely preserved.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle