Reduce LDL-C, apo B, & triglycerides, & to increase HDL-C in the management of hyperlipidaemias, including primary hypercholesterolaemia (type IIa), mixed dyslipidaemia (type IIb), & hypertriglyceridaemia (type IV), as well as in patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia. Reduce the progression of atherosclerosis.

This is not a substitute for consulting your doctor. Seek professional advice if you are experiencing any illness or symptoms.

Individual dosage. Adult Hypercholesterolaemia Initially 5 or 10 mg orally once daily. Adjustment of dose to next level can be made after 4 week, if necessary. Only consider final titration to the max dose of 40 mg in patients with severe hypercholesterolaemia at high CV risk (in particular those with familial hypercholesterolaemia), who do not achieve treatment goal on 20 mg, & in whom routine follow-up will be performed. Prevention of CV events 20 mg daily. Children & Adolescents 6-17 years (Tanner Stage 70 year Initially 5 mg.

may be taken with or without food.