Crestor 20 mg tablets

Krestor 20 mg tablets Active ingredient Rosuvastatin Uses Rosuvastatin is used to correct blood lipid levels, called fats, and the most famous of which is cholesterol. There are different types of cholesterol in the blood - "bad" cholesterol and "good" cholesterol. Rosuvastatin can reduce "bad" cholesterol and increase "good" cholesterol. It works by helping to prevent the body from producing "bad" cholesterol. Medical uses of Krestor 20 mg 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 desired 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 an appropriate diet to lower cholesterol during treatment. How to use Krestor 20 mg tablets Your treatment should start with Rosuvastatin at a dose of 5 mg or 10 mg, even if you have taken a higher dose of a different statin before. 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 40 mg. 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 can take the tablets with or without food. Doses may 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 dose. Side effects of Krestor 20 mg tablets Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain of: Muscle weakness, pain, and rupture. These muscle problems can be serious, including muscle breakdown leading to kidney damage. Rono-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 Krestor 20 mg tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant, or planning 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. Storage instructions for Krestor 20 mg tablets Store at a temperature below 25°C. Do not refrigerate the medication. Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.