Information about Rosuvastatin
Generic Name : RosuvastatinUp-to-date prescription details regarding Rosuvastatin are provided here.
Pronunciation : roe soo' va sta tin
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Rosuvastatin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y52.6 Therapeutic Classification : Antilipemics
Trade Names/Brand Names of Rosuvastatin
India :
Zyrova (5mg) |
Lopitas (10 mg) |
ROSURISE 40 TABLET |
Rovastat (10mg) |
Fortius (10mg) |
Zyrova (10mg) |
I Statin- R 10 Tablet |
Akroz (5mg) |
Rostar -F (10mg/160mg) |
Bestor (20mg)
International :
Crestor
Why is Rosuvastatin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is used to reduce the cholesterol in patients with obesity problem. It is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It slows the production of cholesterol in the body.When should Rosuvastatin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with liver disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding; hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Rosuvastatin?
PO- Initial: The recommended dose is 5 to10 mg/day may increase slowly to 20 mg/day if needed. Max: 40 mg/day.How should Rosuvastatin be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Rosuvastatin?
• Not to be used in patient with acute, serious condition suggestive of muscular diseases(myopathy) or predisposing to the development of kidney failure secondary to rapid breakdown of skeletal muscle(rhabdomyolysis) e.g. sepsis, hypotension, major surgery, trauma, severe metabolic, endocrine and electrolyte disorders or uncontrolled seizures.Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease and alcoholism.
• Discontinue treatment if there is marked or persistent increase in serum aminotransferase concentrations, significant increase in creatinine phosphokinase or evidence of muscular diseases.
♦Monitor liver function regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Rosuvastatin?
Central Nervous System- Headache, dizziness, tingling, lack of energy, sleeplessness, depression.Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation
Miscellaneous- Muscle pain, chest pain, swelling of tissues, skin rash, , protein in urine.
♦Musculoskeletal- Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy.
What are the other precautions for Rosuvastatin?
Avoid changing dosage with out consulting health care providers.Monitor liver function, kidney function, and cholesterol level in blood regularly.
