Crestor is a high-quality medication which is taken for the treatment of high level of cholesterol. This remedy is acting by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body. It is HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin).
Active Ingredient
Rosuvastatin.
Description
Crestor is indicated to treat high level of cholesterol.
This remedy is acting by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body.
Crestor is also known as Rosuvastatin calcium, Rosuvas, Rozavel.
Crestor is HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statins).
Dosage
Take Crestor tablets orally with or without food.
Do not crush or chew it.
Take Crestor once a day at the same time every day with water.
If you want to achieve most effective results do not stop taking Crestor suddenly.
Missing a dose
Do not take double dose. If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as you remember about your missing. If it is the time for the next dose you should continue your regular dosing schedule.
Overdose
If you overdose Crestor and you don't feel good you should visit your doctor or health care provider immediately.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F) away from moisture and heat. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Keep out of the reach of children.
Side effects
Crestor has its side effects. The most common are:
- stomach pain
- costiveness
- runny nose
- migraine
- pain or burning during urination
- weakness
- sore throat
- congestion
- nausea
- diarrhea
- memory loss
Less common but more serious side effects during taking Crestor:
- allergy reactions (urticaria, breathing difficulties, rash, and eruption)
- weakness
- flu symptoms
- problems with urination
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- chest pain
- swelling in your hands or feet
- high temperature
- muscle paindark colored urine
Side effects manifestations are not only depend on medicine you are taking but also depend on your health state and on the other factors.
Contra-indications
Do not take Crestor if you are allergic to Crestor components.
Do not take Crestor if you're pregnant or you plan to have a baby, or you are a nursing mother.
Be careful with Crestor if you suffer from or have a history of liver, thyroid or kidney disease.
Be careful with Crestor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement.
Be careful with Crestor if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances.
Do not eat fattening food that is high in cholesterol.
Use Crestor with great care in case you want to undergo an operation (dental or any other).
Avoid alcohol.
Do not stop taking Crestor suddenly.
