Rosu Duo Tablet 10/20 mg (Ezetimibe, Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily, regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, an initial dose of 10/5 mg once daily is recommended, and it can be increased to 10/20 mg daily if necessary. Blood lipid levels should be checked at intervals of 4 weeks or more after starting administration or adjusting the dose to modify the dosage.

This medication may cause muscle problems, so if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, consult a doctor immediately. In particular, in cases of severe infection, hypotension, major surgery or trauma, or metabolic or electrolyte disorders, it may be necessary to temporarily discontinue or stop this medication. It should not be used in patients with allergies to any of the ingredients, liver function issues, muscle diseases, or severe renal impairment. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Patients with a history of alcohol addiction or liver disease should use this medication cautiously, as well as those at high risk for myopathy or rhabdomyolysis. Liver function tests and muscle condition should be regularly checked during treatment, and healthcare providers should be informed immediately if any adverse symptoms occur. Since this medication can interact with other drugs, inform healthcare providers of all medications being taken, as adjustments may be necessary. This medication is not recommended for children and should be used with caution in the elderly or patients with renal impairment. In case of overdose, treatment should be based on the symptoms, and liver function and muscle enzyme tests should be performed. For storage, keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe

Mild side effects

• Pharyngitis
• arthralgia
• headache
• ALT elevation
• AST elevation
• myalgia
• edema
• increased bilirubin levels
• acneiform dermatitis
• pruritus

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help preserve the effectiveness and safety of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

White to almost white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP×3]