Atorban 10 mg Tab (Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

For the treatment of hyperlipidemia, the recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily of atorvastatin, with possibilities to start at 20 mg or 40 mg for patients requiring more significant LDL cholesterol reductions. Dosing should occur once daily ranging from 10 to 80 mg, and tailored based on treatment goals and patient response. Lipid levels should be analyzed 2-4 weeks after initiation and dosage adjustments made accordingly. The treatment goal is to lower LDL cholesterol, and monitoring should encompass LDL cholesterol levels during treatment initiation and assessment.

Child dose

The recommended initial dose for pediatric patients (10-17 years) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg once daily, with a maximum of 20 mg per day. Dosage should be adjusted every 4 weeks or more based on the treatment goals.

This medication may cause muscle problems, so if symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness occur, treatment should be stopped immediately and consultation with a physician is advised. This medication should not be used by individuals with specific diseases or conditions. For example, it should not be taken by those with serious liver problems, pregnant women, children under 10 years of age, or individuals allergic to the ingredients of this medication. Patients with liver or kidney issues, the elderly, or alcoholics should exercise extra caution while taking this medication and should regularly monitor their health condition. During the use of this medication, symptoms of liver dysfunction or hepatitis may appear, so if symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or fatigue persist, contact a physician immediately. This medication may raise blood sugar levels, so patients at risk for diabetes should regularly check their blood sugar levels. Interaction with other medications is possible, so particularly if taking certain antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, blood pressure medications, or antihyperglycemics, it is essential to inform your physician or pharmacist. Avoid consuming grapefruit juice as it may increase the blood concentration of this medication, raising the risk of side effects. Women taking this medication should consult their doctor if planning to become pregnant or are pregnant, and should use effective contraception if there is a possibility of pregnancy. Women who are breastfeeding should not take this medication and it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so treatment is symptomatic, and liver function and muscle condition should be closely monitored. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration of quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest discomfort, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rashes with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination changes

Mild side effects

• Weakness
• fatigue
• chest pain
• peripheral edema
• tiredness
• fever
• nasopharyngitis
• hyperglycemia
• hypoglycemia
• weight gain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container, protected from air and moisture, and kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's efficacy and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle