Crestor generic Rosuvastatin may be described as a synthetic, cholesterol – lowering agent which belongs to the group of medications called 3 – hydroxyl – 3 – methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG – CoA) reductase inhibitors. You must be aware that HMG – CoA is also known as a statin and works by blocking a particular enzyme which is required by the body, to reduce levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol (low – density lipoprotein or LDL) and thereby increase levels of ‘good’ cholesterol (high – density lipoprotein or HDL) within the blood.
Furthermore, generic Rosuvastatin may also be described as a white, amorphous powder and a hydrophilic compound by nature. Crestor generic Rosuvastatin may also be described as being able to partially dissolve in methanol, ethanol and water.
• Crestor generic Rosuvastatin when used in combination with a proper diet chart personally written out by your health care professional, can be used to effectively help lower triglyceride (fat) levels and in turn raise good cholesterol (HDL) levels within your blood.
• Furthermore, generic Rosuvastatin is also used to effectively help prevent varied medical complications caused by certain substances blocking the blood vessels.
• Lastly, Crestor generic Rosuvastatin is also used to effectively help prevent hardening of the arteries, building of plaque, strokes, antherosclerosis and heart attacks.
Crestor generic Rosuvastatin is available in tablet form in strengths of 5mg and 10mg respectively. The average dosage for this medication is 1 tablet daily, with a full glass of water and with or without food.
Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of generic Rosuvastatin you do not understand. You must also be sure to take Crestor generic Rosuvastatin exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue generic Rosuvastatin without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when Crestor generic Rosuvastatin is abruptly discontinued. However, consult your health care professional about the use of generic Rosuvastatin in the case of children.
While on an ongoing course of Crestor generic Rosuvastatin if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.
• Sometimes, generic Rosuvastatin may cause the patient to experience constipation, headaches, a stomach upset, hives, diarrhea, weakness, fever and muscle pain.
• Furthermore, Crestor generic Rosuvastatin may cause the patient to experience a sore throat, cramping, tenderness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and skin rashes.
• Lastly, generic Rosuvastatin may cause the patient to experience an itching sensation, constipation, swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat, dizziness, urinary complications, angioedema, back pain and sinusitis.
If you are on an ongoing course of Crestor generic Rosuvastatin before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.
Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Rosuvastatin or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements, preservatives, food dyes, iron supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.
• Sometimes, Crestor generic Rosuvastatin interacts with various medications, such as Cyclosporine, Daptomycin, Spironolactone, Clofibrate, Atazanavir, Darunavir and Niacin.
• Furthermore, generic Rosuvastatin interacts with various medications, such as Fosamprenavir, Indinavir, Lopinavir, Nelfinavir, Warfarin, Fenofibrate and Ritonavir.
• Lastly, Crestor generic Rosuvastatin interacts with various medications, such as Cimetidine, Ketoconazole, Gemfibrozil, Erythromycin, Itraconazole, Fluconazole and Ezetimibe.
In case of an overdose of generic Rosuvastatin, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
FOR BEST RESULTS, Crestor generic Rosuvastatin should be used along with exercise, a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet, and a weight loss program if you are overweight.
Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Crestor generic Rosuvastatin, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Rosuvastatin and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Crestor generic Rosuvastatin, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery you must consult your health care professional and discontinue this medication. If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Rosuvastatin inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Crestor generic Rosuvastatin may or may not pass into breast milk.
Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of generic Rosuvastatin. It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Crestor generic Rosuvastatin, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
It is important that you do not take a double dose of generic Rosuvastatin to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional. However, you must keep in mind that missing a dose of generic Rosuvastatin may sometimes alter the results of your blood clotting tests.
Crestor generic Rosuvastatin may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
You must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Crestor generic Rosuvastatin for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.
Store Crestor generic Rosuvastatin in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.
Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any generic Rosuvastatin medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused Crestor generic Rosuvastatin medication.
• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Crestor generic Rosuvastatin they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from liver complications, under-active thyroid, acute renal failure, varied illnesses or seizures.
• Furthermore, it is also very important for the patient to know that before consuming generic Rosuvastatin they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from an electrolyte imbalance (low levels of potassium within the blood), kidney complications, muscular disorders or severe infections.
• While on an ongoing course of Crestor generic Rosuvastatin, avoid using antacids without prior confirmation from your health care professional. However, if you use an antacid, use only that particular one which has been prescribed by your health care professional. Make sure to take an antacid two full hours after having taken generic Rosuvastatin. You must be aware that antacids contain different medications and some of these types can make it harder for the body to absorb Crestor generic Rosuvastatin.
• Lastly, you must also be certain to keep in mind that while on an ongoing course of generic Rosuvastatin, you must refrain from taking any kind of birth control pills unless your health care professional has advised you to do so otherwise.