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food interaction for Rosuvas Tablet
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lactation interaction for Rosuvas Tablet
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Rosuvas 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rosuvas 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Rosuvas 20 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
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Rosuvas 20 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Rosuvas 20mg Tablet
Rosuvastatin(20mg)
Rosuvas tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of high cholesterol, prevention of heart attack and stroke and high triglycerides.
How rosuvas tablet works
Rosuvas 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required by the body to make cholesterol, thereby lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Common side effects of rosuvas tablet
Muscle pain, Weakness, Headache, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Joint pain, Nausea, Rash, Itching, Protein in urine, Anaphylactic reaction, Low blood platelets, Muscle damage, Rhabdomyolysis, Increased transaminase level in blood, Blood in urine, Jaundice, Systemic lupus erythematosus
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Expert advice FOR Rosuvas Tablet
- Rosuvastatin treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
- In general, Rosuvastatin is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Rosuvastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Do not take Rosuvastatin if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Rosuvastatin treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
- It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- In general, Rosuvastatin is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Rosuvastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Do not take Rosuvastatin if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Rosuvas 20mg Tablet
Rosuvastatin
Q. For how long should I take Rosuvas 20 Tablet?
You may need to take Rosuvas 20 Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Rosuvas 20 Tablet. Stopping Rosuvas 20 Tablet without starting a different treatment may increase your cholesterol levels again. This medicine has only a few side effects and is usually considered safe if taken as directed by the doctor.
Q. Does Rosuvas 20 Tablet cause weight gain?
No, there is no evidence of Rosuvas 20 Tablet causing weight gain. If you are taking Rosuvas 20 Tablet and gaining weight, consult your doctor. The doctor may get some investigations done to know the reason for the weight gain.
Q. Does Rosuvas 20 Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Rosuvas 20 Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because it reduces the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Rosuvas 20 Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Rosuvas 20 Tablet.