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Aszolzoly 20 is a drug belonging to the group of drugs for cardiovascular, helping to increase blood cholesterol and primary prevention of cardiovascular events. So what effect does Aszolzoly 20 have and in what cases is it indicated for use?
1. What is Aszolzoly 20?
Aszolzoly 20 has the main ingredient is Atorvastatin 20mg, which is prepared in the form of atorvastatin calcium, other active ingredients and excipients in sufficient concentrations. The drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, box packaging includes 3 aluminum blisters, each blister contains 10 tablets.
2. What are the effects of Aszolzoly 20?
2.1. Indications Aszolzoly 20 Aszolzoly 20 is indicated for treatment in the following cases:
Supportive treatment for the case of being on a diet to reduce total cholesterol, Apolipoprotein B, LDL-cholesterol and Triglycerides. Increases HDL-cholesterol in patients with primary hypercholesterolemia. In case the patient does not fully respond to the diet, leading to Beta Lipoprotein disorder. In the case of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, Aszolzoly helps to reduce total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. 2.2. Aszolzoly 20 is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
All cases of hypersensitivity to any component of Aszolzoly 20 including active ingredients and excipients. The case is a person with advanced liver disease with persistent elevation of liver enzymes without a known cause. Women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant and breast-feeding. Patients often use a lot of alcohol, thyroid disorders.
3. Usage and dosage of Aszolzoly 20
3.1. How to take Aszolzoly 20 is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, used orally, take the whole tablet with a glass of water. The drug can be taken at any time of the day, regardless of before, during, or after a meal. However, the patient needs to take the medicine at the same time of day throughout the course of treatment.
3.2 Dosage For hypercholesterolemia (non-familial and heterozygous familial) and mixed dyslipidemia: the recommended starting dose is 10-20mg, once. during the day. For patients who need a significant reduction in LDL cholesterol (more than 45%): the recommended starting dose is 40 mg once a day. The permissible therapeutic dose range of the drug is 10-80mg once a day. Note, after starting treatment or after increasing the dose of the drug, it is necessary to evaluate the blood lipid index within 2 to 4 weeks to adjust the dose accordingly. In case of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia: the dose is 10-80mg per day. In addition, patients need to be combined with other lipid-lowering measures. Patients can combine with Resin to increase the effectiveness. For dosage in patients with renal impairment: Aszolzoly 20 dosage does not need to be adjusted. Note: This dosage is for reference only. To achieve high efficiency, users need to follow the doctor's instructions to get the right dose for their condition and disease progression.
3.3. What to do in case of an overdose of Aszolzoly 20? There is no specific treatment in case of overdose of Aszolzoly 20. If an overdose is taken, it is necessary to immediately treat the patient's symptoms and apply supportive measures when necessary. Patients should be monitored for liver function and serum CK levels.
Besides, it is necessary to immediately notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical center for advice and treatment.
4. Undesirable effects of Aszolzoly 20
Like all drugs, Aszolzoly 20 can also bring unwanted side effects but not all patients have them.
Common cases:
Vomiting, bloating, indigestion, constipation. Sore throat, rhinitis, nosebleeds. Headache, muscle pain, joint pain Liver function test results may be abnormal.
5. Aszolzoly drug interactions 20
Patients when going to the doctor or buying medicine need to inform about the drugs and functional foods they are using, so that they can be focused and give appropriate advice to avoid negative reactions to the drug.
Drugs to avoid while using Aszolzoly 20 are:
Drugs that affect the immune system such as Ciclosporin Certain antifungal drugs or antibiotics such as Clarithromycin, Itraconazole, Erythromycin, Rifamycin. Other lipid-affecting drugs Gemfibrozil, Colestipol, other drug groups of the Fibrate group. Medicines used to treat HIV such as Indinavir, Atazanavir, Ritonavir,... Limit alcohol consumption while using Aszolzoly 20.
6. Pay attention when using Aszolzoly 20
Patients should have a reasonable diet before treatment with Aszolzoly 20, this should also be maintained throughout the course of treatment with the drug.
Care should be taken before using the drug in patients with liver dysfunction and frequent alcohol use.
During treatment with the drug, if creatine kinase increases, the patient develops myositis or liver enzyme levels 3 times higher than the normal level, it is necessary to immediately reduce the dose or stop using it.
Aszolzoly 20 should not be used by women who are pregnant or who wish to become pregnant and breast-feeding.
Hopefully, with the sharing of Aszolzoly 20 drug, it will help users to use the drug safely and effectively in the treatment process.
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