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Rosuva 10 mg

Tablet

Generic: Rosuvastatin Calcium

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Therapeutic Class: Statin (Lipid Lowering Agent)

Indications

Primary hypercholesterolaemia, mixed dyslipidaemia and familial hypercholesterolaemia, as an adjunct to diet. Prevention of cardiovascular events in patients at high risk.

Pharmacology

Rosuvastatin is a selective, competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase. It increases hepatic LDL receptors and reduces VLDL synthesis, lowering LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and raising HDL cholesterol.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: start with 5-10 mg once daily; may be increased after 4 weeks to 20 mg once daily. 40 mg once daily only for severe cases under specialist supervision. May be taken at any time of day, with or without food.

Side Effects

Headache, muscle pain, dizziness, constipation, nausea, abdominal pain and weakness. Myopathy, rhabdomyolysis and raised liver enzymes are rare.

Precautions & Warnings

Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness at once. Use a lower starting dose in patients of Asian origin, the elderly, renal impairment and hypothyroidism. Check liver function before and during treatment.

Contraindications

Active liver disease, severe renal impairment, myopathy, use with ciclosporin, pregnancy, breast-feeding and hypersensitivity to rosuvastatin.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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