Rosuvastatin (40mg)
Crestor 40mg Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels, making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.Common side effects of this medicine include muscle pain, weakness, nausea, headache, and stomach pain. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.This medicine should not be used in conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Crestor
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Crestor 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Crestor 40mg 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).
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Crestor 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Crestor 40mg 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.
Crestor 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Crestor 40mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Crestor 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Crestor 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Crestor 40mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Crestor 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Crestor 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Crestor 40mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
You may need to take Crestor 40mg Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Crestor 40mg Tablet. Stopping Crestor 40mg 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.
No, there is no evidence of Crestor 40mg Tablet causing weight gain. If you are taking Crestor 40mg Tablet and gaining weight, consult your doctor. The doctor may get some investigations done to know the reason for the weight gain.
Yes, Crestor 40mg 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. Crestor 40mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Crestor 40mg Tablet.
Crestor 40mg Tablet should be taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or at night or any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day. Doing this will help you remember to take it daily.
Crestor 40mg Tablet is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods that are high in calories like fried food and junk food. It is recommended to eat a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all the exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.
All medicines have side effects, but the benefits of Crestor 40mg Tablet in reducing cholesterol levels and the risk of heart attack and stroke are proven by a large number of studies. However, if you do have any concerns, then discuss it with your doctor. Your doctor will consider and explain to you the benefits of taking Crestor 40mg Tablet versus the risks of not taking it at all.
Crestor 40mg Tablet may cause memory loss in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur within 1 day of taking this medicine or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Crestor 40mg Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.
Yes, taking Crestor 40mg Tablet can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.
If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Crestor 40mg Tablet may slightly increase this risk. This is because Crestor 40mg Tablet has the potential to cause a slight increase in your blood sugar levels. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise you to keep monitoring your blood sugar levels closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.
