Crestor
Crestor 20MG
What is Crestor?
Rosuvastatin Calcium is a lipid-lowering medication belonging to the statin class, primarily used to reduce cardiovascular risk by decreasing elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and triglycerides. It works by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, facilitating the reduction of cholesterol synthesis in the liver. Prescribed to manage hyperlipidemia and mixed dyslipidemia, Rosuvastatin also aids in slowing the progression of atherosclerosis.Side Effects
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Abdominal pain
Warnings
- Liver disease
- Kidney impairment
- History of muscle disorders
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
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What is Crestor ?
Rosuvastatin Calcium is a lipid-lowering medication belonging to the statin class, primarily used to reduce cardiovascular risk by decreasing elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and triglycerides. It works by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, facilitating the reduction of cholesterol synthesis in the liver. Prescribed to manage hyperlipidemia and mixed dyslipidemia, Rosuvastatin also aids in slowing the progression of atherosclerosis.- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Liver disease
- Kidney impairment
- History of muscle disorders
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Hypothyroidism
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