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Tormeg 10 mg is indicated as an adjunct to diet for the reduction of total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, apolipoprotein B and triglycerides in patients with primary or heterozygous hypercholesterolemia and mixed hyperlipidemia. fit.1. Indication of the drug Tormeg 10 mg
Tormeg 10 belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs, containing Atorvastatin (in the form of Atorvastatin calcium) 10 mg.
Tormeg 10 is indicated in the treatment of the following conditions:
As an adjunct to diet for the treatment of high serum triglyceride levels. Treatment of patients with primary dysbetalipoproteinemia for whom dietary intake has not been adequate. Reduces the risk of myocardial infarction in adults with high blood pressure without clinical coronary artery disease, but at risk of coronary artery disease.
2. Dosage, how to use Tormeg 10 mg
Before treatment with Tormeg 10 mg, try to control high blood cholesterol with proper diet, exercise, weight loss and treatment of existing health problems.
During treatment with Tormeg 10 mg, the patient should continue to follow a cholesterol-lowering diet.
Dosage of Tormeg 10 mg for reference:
The recommended starting dose of Tormeg 10 mg is 10 or 20 mg, taken once a day. Patients requiring significant reductions in LDL-C levels (> 45%) may be initiated on 40 mg of Tormeg, orally once daily. The dose range is from 10 to 80 mg, taken once a day. Tormeg can be taken once a day at any time of the day, before or after meals. The dose of Tormeg 10 mg should be adjusted according to baseline LDL-C levels, therapeutic goals, and patient response. Once the Tormeg 10 mg dose has been initiated or adjusted, lipid levels should be tested within 2 to 4 weeks to adjust the dose accordingly.
3. Contraindications to the use of Tormeg 10 mg
People who are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients in the drug Tormeg 10 mg. Patients with active liver disease or elevated serum transaminases. Pregnant and lactating women or women of childbearing potential who are not using birth control methods.
4. Drug interactions
Use of Tormeg 10 mg with Cyclosporin, fibric acid derivatives, Azol or Niacin antifungals, Erythromycin will increase the risk of myopathy. Antacids, when used concurrently with Tormeg, will result in decreased plasma concentrations of Atorvastatin. Colestipol: The effect on lipids is increased by concomitant administration of Tormeg and Colestipol. Digoxin: Digoxin concentrations increase if used concomitantly with Tormeg 10 mg. Erythromycin and Protease Inhibitors: Concomitant use of Tormeg 10 mg increased plasma concentrations of Atorvastatin. Oral contraceptives.
5. Side effects of the drug Tormeg 10 mg
Tormeg 10 mg can cause some of the following side effects:
Insomnia; Headache; Nausea; Digestive disorders such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, bloating; Muscle pain, weakness. Inform your doctor about the unwanted effects encountered when using Tormeg 10 mg.
The article has provided information about what Tormeg 10 mg is, dosage and precautions for use. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Tormeg 10 mg exactly as directed by your doctor.
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