Buy Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s- Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Instructions

Introduction of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s

Crestor 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is a widely prescribed medicine and is considered safe for long-term use. It may be taken with a meal or with an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time every day. It is necessary to monitor your cholesterol levels periodically. This medication is just one aspect of the recovery plan and can also include a balanced diet, physical exercise, smoking reduction, alcohol consumption moderation and weight loss. You should eat regularly when taking this medication, but try to avoid high fat foods. Do not take this medication if you are pregnant or planning to be conceived.

How To Use Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

AstraZeneca

Active Ingredient

rosuvastatin

Manufactured by

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Some side effects do not need immediate attention and vanish as the body responds to the medication . Consult the doctor if they continue or if you are concerned about them

Common side effects of this medication include muscle pain, fatigue, nausea, headache, and stomach pain. They are generally mild and vanish after a short period.Consult the doctor if it continues , if you experience any yellowing in your eyes or if it is frequent or unknown

Headache, Dizziness, Nausea and vomiting, Abdominal pain, Chest pain, Peripheral oedema, Muscle pain, Rash, Abnormal liver function

Warning Precautions

Precautionary Steps of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s

Please consult a doctor especially before taking Crestor FC tab 5 mg. If you have any of the following conditions & contraindications:-

Active liver disease
Severe renal impairment
Patients with myopathy.
Patients receiving concomitant cyclosporin.
Pregnancy
Lactation

Please stop using this medication if you are experiencing these symptoms and conditions.

Crestor FC tab 5 mg Drug Interactions

Drug to drug interaction reaction of Crestor FC tab 5 mg varies from a person to another person. It is advisable to check with your doctor about all the possible drug interactions before starting the medication.

Warfarin
Vit K Antagonists
Ciclosporin
Gemfibrozil
Niacin
Fusidic Acid
Protease Inhibitors
Antacids
Erythromycin
Ketoconazole
Spironolactone
Cimetidine
Fibrates
Atazanavir
Simeprevir
Clopidogrel
Eltrombopag
Darunavir
Tipranavir
Dronedarone
Itraconazole
Ezetimibe
Fosamprenavir
Aleglitazar
Silymarin
Rifampin
Fluconazole
Erythromycin
Baicalin
Oral contraceptives
Hormone replacement therapy

This is an incomprehensive list of drug-to-drug interactions and conditions that might interfere with Crestor FC tab 5 mg function. Do inform your doctor about all your current medications prior to consuming this drug.

Keep the following precautions in mind as well:-

Tell your doctor if you have any other diseases or if you are taking any other medication
Do not discontinue the prescribed course

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s because it may worsen the side effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea and further impair the liver function.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe - High Risk)

Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s is proven unsafe to use during pregnancy. Both animal and human studies have shown fetal abnormalities or fetal risk based on the adverse effects of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s in pregnant women.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s is unsafe to use during lactation. No reports explaining the use of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s in human lactation are available. However, due to the expected excretion of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s in the milk, women who are taking Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s should not breastfeed.

Driving Warning (Generally Safe)

There are no studies of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s on driving ability. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s is not necessary for mild to moderate renal impairment. 40mg Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s cannot be used in patients with moderate renal impairment. Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s cannot be used at all if the patient has severe renal impairment.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s may be needed. However, Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s is contraindicated for patients with active liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Crestor 5mg Tablet should be taken in addition to physical exercise and low-fat diet.
Crestor 5mg Tablet is generally safe.
Notify the doctor if you experience any side effects like muscle pain, tired, nausea, headache, and stomach pain.
Do not take Crestor 5mg Tablet while you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breast-feeding.

What If You Forget To Take

If you miss a dose of Crestor 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses within 12 hours.

FAQ

Will taking Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s increase my chances of diabetes?

If you're at a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking statins may slightly increase this risk. This is because statins can marginally raise your blood sugar levels. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise you to monitor your blood sugar levels during the first few months of taking Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s. This risk, however, is outweighed by the reduction in vascular risk with statins and therefore should not be a reason for stopping statin treatment

Why does Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s make me tired?

The reason why Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s makes you tired is because it reduces the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind this is Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s causes myopathy. Generalized fatigue occurs more often in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s also causes muscle weakness which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, if you feel tired while taking Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s consult your doctor.

If I wish to stop consuming Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s, do I have to gradually reduce the dosage or can I stop taking it completely?

This medication should not be stopped abruptly because it is usually prescribed for long-term conditions. You should consult your doctor before making any changes to your medication. If you experience unwanted side effects from taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately as a precaution.

Does grapefruit juice effect my medicine?

Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s interacts with grapefruit juice if you drink it in large quantities as it increases the bioavailability of the medication. It is recommended that grapefruit juice is to be avoided or the dosage of Crestor 5mg Tablet 28s be adjusted accordingly.

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