Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
5-40 mg PO daily.
Pediatric Dose
5-20 mg PO daily (children >8 yrs).
Renal Adjustment
CrCl < 30: Start 5 mg daily, max 10 mg.
Hepatic Adjustment
Contraindicated in active liver disease.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
X - Contraindicated.
Lactation Safety
Contraindicated.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Active liver disease
- Pregnancy
Common Adverse Effects
- Myopathy
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Elevated LFTs