CRESTOR® (Rosuvastatin) 10 mg / 20 mg – 30 Tablets

Crestor (Rosuvastatin) 10 mg / 20 mg is a prescription lipid-lowering medication from the statin class containing rosuvastatin calcium as the active ingredient. It is widely used to reduce elevated cholesterol levels, lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides, and help prevent cardiovascular complications such as heart attack, stroke, and atherosclerosis progression.

Crestor 10 mg / 20 mg tablets are commonly prescribed as part of long-term management for hypercholesterolemia, mixed dyslipidemia, and inherited lipid disorders.

Состав и форма

• Active ingredient: Rosuvastatin calcium
• Strengths: 10 mg / 20 mg
• Dosage form: Film-coated tablets
• Pack size: 30 tablets

Показания

Crestor may be prescribed for:

• high cholesterol;
• hypercholesterolemia;
• mixed dyslipidemia;
• familial hypercholesterolemia;
• cardiovascular risk reduction;
• prevention of heart attack and stroke;
• slowing progression of atherosclerosis.

How does Crestor work?

Rosuvastatin belongs to the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin) class. It reduces cholesterol production in the liver, lowers LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, and may increase HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels.

Dosage Options

Crestor 10 mg – common starting dose for many patients.
Crestor 20 mg – higher strength used when stronger cholesterol reduction is required.

Benefits of Crestor

• Effective LDL cholesterol reduction
• Helps lower cardiovascular risk
• Once-daily dosing
• Suitable for long-term treatment
• Clinically established statin therapy

Побочные эффекты

• Headache
• Weakness, fatigue
• Головокружение
• Abdominal pains
• Тошнота
• Lock
• Muscle pain (myalgia)
• Increase in blood sugar
• Sleep disturbance (rarely)

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What is Crestor used for?

Crestor is used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

What is the difference between Crestor 10 mg and 20 mg?

The difference is the amount of rosuvastatin. The 20 mg strength provides a stronger lipid-lowering effect.

How should Crestor be taken?

It is generally taken once daily, with or without food, as directed by a healthcare professional.

Can Crestor be used long-term?

Yes, statins are often prescribed for long-term cholesterol management under medical supervision.

How quickly does Crestor work?

Initial cholesterol reduction may be seen within a few weeks of starting treatment.

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