Crestor 20mg Tablets

Product Name: Crestor 20mg Tablets

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 14's

Manufactured By: AstraZeneca

Used For:

• Hyperlipidemia: Crestor, also known as Rosuvastatin, is used to lower elevated levels of LDL cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol) and triglycerides in the blood, and to raise HDL cholesterol ("good" cholesterol).
• Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease: It helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events in patients with risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart disease.
• Familial Hypercholesterolemia: It is used to treat this genetic condition characterized by very high cholesterol levels.

Side Effects:

• Muscle Pain: Includes muscle aches, tenderness, or weakness, which can be a sign of more serious muscle damage (rhabdomyolysis).
• Headache: Common side effect experienced by some users.
• Digestive Issues: Nausea, constipation, abdominal pain, and flatulence.
• Elevated Liver Enzymes: Potential for liver enzyme abnormalities; liver function tests are recommended periodically.
• Fatigue: General feeling of tiredness or weakness.
• Rash: Skin reactions such as rash or itching.
• Diabetes Risk: May increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Precautions:

• Liver Function Monitoring: Regular monitoring of liver function is advised, especially if you have a history of liver disease.
• Muscle Symptoms: Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness to your healthcare provider immediately.
• Drug Interactions: Inform your healthcare provider of all medications and supplements you are taking, as Rosuvastatin can interact with other drugs, affecting its effectiveness or increasing the risk of side effects.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to potential risks to the fetus or infant.
• Kidney Function: Caution in patients with severe kidney impairment, as dose adjustments may be needed.