Crestor 10 mg tablets

Crestor 10mg tablets Active substance Rosuvastatin How Rosuvastatin works Rosuvastatin is a medicine to lower cholesterol belonging to the "statin" cholesterol-lowering class. Statins work to lower blood cholesterol levels by preventing the reduction of the enzyme 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA), which is an enzyme necessary for cholesterol production in the liver. A decrease in cholesterol concentration in the liver stimulates an increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptors, which increases the liver's absorption of LDL and reduces LDL levels in the blood. Medical uses of Crestor 10mg tablets Used to lower fats known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to reduce fats to the required level. Cholesterol is a natural substance in the body necessary for normal growth. However, if there is too much cholesterol in the blood, it can accumulate on the walls of blood vessels, increasing the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular events. This is one of the most common causes of heart disease. You should maintain a suitable diet to lower cholesterol during treatment. How to use Crestor 10mg tablets Your treatment should start with Rosuvastatin at a dose of 5mg or 10mg, even if you have previously taken a higher dose of a different statin. The choice of starting dose depends on: - Your cholesterol levels - Your risk level of having a heart attack or stroke - Whether you have a factor that makes you more sensitive to potential side effects Your doctor may decide to increase your dose. The maximum daily dose of Rosuvastatin is 40mg. Take Rosuvastatin once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but the most common instructions are to take cholesterol-lowering drugs at night. This is because it is believed that cholesterol production is higher at night. You may take the tablets with or without food. Doses can be changed in special circumstances, so always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. If you take more than you should of the medication, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the missed one. Side effects of Crestor 10mg tablets Although the following side effects are not common for everyone, some patients may complain of: Muscle weakness, pain, and tearing. These muscle problems can be serious, including muscle breakdown leading to kidney damage. Taking Coenzyme Q10 capsules may help reduce muscle pain. Difficulty breathing, with or without swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and/or throat. Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and/or throat, which may cause difficulty swallowing. Severe itching of the skin. Using Crestor 10mg tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, believe you might be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medication. Your doctor will discuss the potential risks and benefits of using this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Useful tips to lower blood cholesterol levels Reduce intake of saturated fats. Saturated fats are mainly found in red meats and full-fat dairy products. Eliminate trans fats. Trans fats, sometimes listed on food labels as "partially hydrogenated vegetable oil," are often used in store-bought snacks and cakes. Trans fats raise total blood cholesterol levels. Consume foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids or use omega-3 supplements such as OmegaCaps or Paradocs capsules. Increase dietary fiber. Soluble fiber can reduce cholesterol absorption in the bloodstream. Soluble fiber is found in foods like oatmeal, beans, apples, and pears. Exercise most days of the week and increase your physical activity, at least 30 minutes of exercise five times a week. Improves HDL cholesterol level. Quitting smoking will help increase HDL cholesterol. Weight loss will help reduce triglyceride levels. Losing 5-10% of body weight can reduce triglycerides by 20%. Rondait capsules and Ronvit capsules can help with weight loss. Sometimes, healthy lifestyle changes alone are not enough to lower cholesterol levels. Therefore, if your doctor prescribes medications to help lower your cholesterol, take them as prescribed while continuing lifestyle changes. Lifestyle changes can help you maintain a low dose of medication. Warnings and precautions while using Crestor 10mg tablets Do not use this medication if: - You are allergic to any component of this medication - You currently have liver problems - You are pregnant or breastfeeding - Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Rosuvastatin if: - You have kidney problems - You have liver problems - You have recurrent or unexplained muscle pain or weakness - Your thyroid gland is not functioning properly - You are taking other medications called fibrates to lower cholesterol - You are taking medications for HIV infection, for example, ritonavir with lopinavir and/or atazanavir - You have taken in the past seven days a medication called fosfomycin (for bacterial infections), orally or by injection. Combining fosfomycin with Rosuvastatin can cause serious muscle problems (rhabdomyolysis). - You are over 70 years old (your doctor needs to choose the correct starting dose of Rosuvastatin suitable for you) - You have severe respiratory failure. How to store Crestor 10mg tablets Store at a temperature below 25°C. Do not refrigerate the medication. Keep this medication out of sight and reach of children. Store in the original container to protect from moisture.