Dytorez 10/10 ,10/20, 10/40 & 10/80 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, 80 mg Tablets

Dytorez 10/10 ,10/20, 10/40 & 10/80 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, 80 mg Tablets

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 January 2023


Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Adjunctive therapy for primary and homozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia.

Dosage (summary)

Starting dose: 10/10 mg once daily; max dose varies by indication.

Onset of Action / Duration

Onset: 2 weeks, Maximum response: 4 weeks

Special Populations

  • Elderly
  • Hepatic impairment
  • Renal impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.

Key Drug Interactions

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors
  • Bile acid sequestrants
  • Warfarin

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to components
  • Pregnancy
  • Lactation
  • Moderate to severe hepatic impairment
  • Active liver disease

Common side effects

  • Myopathy
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Increased transaminases
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fatigue

Counselling Points

  • Monitor for muscle pain or weakness.
  • Avoid alcohol.
  • Use effective contraception in women of childbearing age.

Serious warnings

  • Liver effects
  • Risk of myopathy
  • Haemorrhagic stroke risk in certain patients
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