Crestor 20mg Tablet (28 Tablets)
Crestor (rosuvastatin) 20mg tablets are a statin medicine used to lower high cholesterol and certain fats in the blood. It is taken once daily, with or without food. Available over the counter on Drugstore.ng.
What it is
Rosuvastatin belongs to a class of medicines called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, commonly known as statins. It works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that produces cholesterol, helping to reduce levels of harmful fats in the blood.
What it's used for
Rosuvastatin is used alongside a healthy diet to treat conditions such as high triglycerides, primary dysbetalipoproteinemia (a type of inherited high cholesterol), and homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (a severe genetic form of high cholesterol).
Common side effects
Common side effects affect more than 2% of users and include headache, muscle pain (myalgia), stomach pain, weakness (asthenia), and nausea. Serious but rare side effects include muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) which can cause kidney damage, and liver enzyme elevations. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.
Important cautions
Do not take rosuvastatin if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, have active liver disease, or are pregnant. Use with caution if you are 65 years or older, have kidney problems, or take certain other medicines (e.g., cyclosporine, some antivirals, darolutamide) as they increase the risk of muscle damage. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take.
Frequently asked questions
What is Crestor (rosuvastatin) used for?
Crestor (rosuvastatin) is used to lower high cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, and to treat certain inherited lipid disorders such as homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. It is used together with a low-cholesterol diet.
What are the common side effects of rosuvastatin?
Common side effects include headache, muscle pain, stomach pain, weakness, and nausea. If you develop persistent muscle pain or weakness, stop the medicine and see a doctor.
Can I buy rosuvastatin without a prescription in Nigeria?
Yes, Crestor 20mg tablets are available over the counter on Drugstore.ng. However, it is strongly recommended to consult a pharmacist or doctor before starting this medicine to ensure it is right for you.
How should I take rosuvastatin tablets?
Take rosuvastatin once daily, with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole. The usual starting dose is 10 mg or 20 mg per day, but your doctor will tell you the exact dose. Do not take more than prescribed.
This information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Please consult your physician or pharmacist before using any medication.
