Yuhan Pitavastatin Tablets 2/145mg (Pitavastatin Calcium, Fenofibrate)

Adult dose

As recommended, take 1 tablet once daily regardless of meals.

This medication is primarily used to lower blood lipid levels. Risks of muscle abnormalities may arise from taking this medicine; therefore, if symptoms such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, or cramps occur, consult a physician immediately. Particular caution is warranted for elderly patients over 65, women, patients with impaired kidney function, patients with uncontrolled hypothyroidism, and those with a history of muscle diseases. When taken with other lipid-lowering agents or specific medications, the risk of muscle toxicity may increase, so it is crucial to consult with healthcare professionals. Additionally, this medication can affect liver function, hence it is important to have regular liver function tests before and during the administration. If symptoms of hepatitis (such as jaundice, itching, etc.) appear, stop taking the medication immediately and inform healthcare professionals. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, pregnant or possibly pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children under 18 should not use this drug. It can rarely cause serious skin reactions or allergic reactions, so if symptoms like rash, itching, hives, or difficulty breathing occur, seek immediate medical attention. Periodic blood lipid concentration tests should be conducted during treatment to verify therapeutic effectiveness, and if ineffective, the medication may need to be discontinued. If surgery is planned, this medication should be discontinued several days prior to the surgery. This drug may sometimes cause dizziness, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose; if suspected, seek appropriate medical treatment immediately.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema. Chest tightness. Muscle toxicity (including myopathy, myositis, rhabdomyolysis). Rhabdomyolysis (associated with muscle pain, weakness, significant elevation of CK levels). Liver abnormalities (jaundice, increased transaminase levels, elevated AST, ALT). Severe skin reactions (severe skin reactions, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis). Respiratory problems (interstitial lung disease, dyspnea). Severe.

Mild side effects

Mild and common symptoms such as nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory infection, dizziness, headache, fatigue, and muscle pain. Gastrointestinal and skin symptoms such as dry mouth, dyspepsia, constipation, nausea, gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, appetite loss, and alopecia. Other symptoms including increased blood pressure, chest discomfort, elevated blood creatinine, elevated BUN, blurred vision, hearing loss, and taste abnormalities.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture and must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the drug's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle