ROSUVASTATIN (Crestor) is used for lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by a doctor.
It is used for lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by a doctor.
Tell your doctor if any of these apply to you:
you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding
you have an alcohol problem
you have an unusual or allergic reaction to Pravastatin, any other medicine, foods, dyes, preservatives, or other substances
you have severe injury
you have diabetes mellitus
you have seizures (convulsions)
you have an infection
you have liver or kidney disease
you have recently had surgery
you have low blood pressure
you have muscle disorder or condition
How to use:
Strictly follow your doctor's instructions
Advert to Medication Guide if necessary
You may take Pravastatin either with or without food
Take your doses at regular intervals
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can
Avoid taking double or extra doses
Safety issues:
Visit your docotr for regular checks on your progress. You may need to have blood tests drawn to make sure your liver is working properly.
Tell your doctor as soon as you can if you get any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever and tiredness.
Pravastatin is only part of a total cholesterol-lowering program. Your physician or dietician can suggest a low-cholesterol and low-fat diet that will reduce your risk of getting heart and blood vessel disease. Avoid alcohol and smoking, and keep a proper exercise schedule.
If you are going to have surgery tell your doctor that you are taking pravastatin.
What drug(s) may interact with Rosuvastatin?
warfarin
alcohol
red yeast rice
antacids
medicines ro lower cholesterol or triglycerides
birth control pills
cyclosporine
itraconazole
Possible side effects:
If you experience these side effects, you should contact your doctor immediately:
yellowing of the skin or eyes
blurred vision, or vision changes
unusual tiredness or weakness
dark yellow or brown urine
skin rash, itching
decreased urination, difficulty passing urine
muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness
fever
These side effects usually don't require medical attention (but you should contact your doctor if they continue or are bothersome):
stomach pain or indigestion
constipation or diarrhea
nausea, comiting
dizziness
headache
What is the shelf life of the pills?
The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.
What is a generic pill?
Generic drug (pl. generic drugs, short: generics) is a drug which is produced and distributed without a brand name. A generic must contain the same active ingredients as the original formulation. In most cases, it is considered bioequivalent to the brand name counterpart with respect to pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties.
