Contents
Per tab Ezetimibe 10 mg, simvastatin 10, 20 or 40 mg
Indications
Primary hypercholesterolemia, as adjunctive therapy to diet for the reduction of elevated total-C, LDL-C, Apo B, triglycerides (TG) & non-HDL-C, & to increase HDL-C in adult & adolescent (10-17 yr) patients w/ primary (heterozygous familial & non-familial) hypercholesterolemia or mixed hyperlipidemia. Fenofibrate can be added to Vytorin in adult patients w/ mixed hyperlipidemia who require further reduction in TG & non-HDL-C & increase in HDL-C. Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia as an adjunct to other lipid-lowering treatments (eg LDL apheresis) or if such treatments are unavailable. Reduce/prevent the risk of major CV events in patients w/ chronic kidney disease.
Dosage
Dose range: 10/10 mg day through 10/80 mg/day. Usual starting dose: 10/20 mg/day.
Administration
May be taken with or without food: Avoid excessive consumption (>1 L/day) of grapefruit juice.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations of serum transaminases. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn 10 yr.
Adverse Drug Reactions
Increased ALT &/or AST, increased in blood CK & myalgia.
US FDA Preg Cat
Category X: Studies in animals or human beings have demonstrated foetal abnormalities or there is evidence of foetal risk based on human experience or both, and the risk of the use of the drug in pregnant women clearly outweighs any possible benefit. The drug is contraindicated in women who are or may become pregnant.
Thai FDA Category
D = Dangerous Drug (ยาอันตราย)
A first grade pharmacist shall be on duty at the premises selling modern drugs, at all times, while the premises are open for operation. Daily purchase and sale record required.
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Presentation/Packing
Vytorin 10/10 mg tab
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Vytorin 10/20 mg tab
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Vytorin 10/40 mg tab
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