Description

What is Crestor 40 mg?

Crestor 40 mg contains 40 mg of rosuvastatin [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 ) ]. It belongs to a class of medicines known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors or commonly known as statins.

Rosuvastatin works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by your liver. This may help reduce LDL cholesterol in the blood. Doctors may also prescribe it with diet and exercise to treat high cholesterol and some inherited cholesterol disorders.

What is Crestor 40mg used to treat?

Doctors may prescribe rosuvastatin to help lower high cholesterol. It can lower LDL cholesterol and other blood lipids. Crestor is also currently indicated in the prescribing information for reducing cardiovascular risk in certain adults at increased risk of major cardiovascular events.

In some patients with a genetic disorder called familial hypercholesterolaemia, which can cause very high cholesterol levels, it can also be used. Therefore, the dose should be appropriate for the patient’s medical condition and treatment goals.

How Does Crestor Work?

Crestor works mainly by decreasing cholesterol production in the liver. This means the body is taking more LDL cholesterol out of the blood.

But medicine is best used as part of a comprehensive plan for heart health. Therefore, it is also important that patients follow the diet and exercise recommendations of their health care professional.

How to take 40mg Crestor

Crestor is taken by mouth, with or without food, usually once daily. Patients must follow the prescription instructions carefully and not take more or less than prescribed.

The dose of 40mg of rosuvastatin is high. Therefore, whether this strength is appropriate for a given patient should be decided by a healthcare professional.

If you miss a dose do not take an extra tablet to make up for it. Instead, follow the instructions given by your chemist or healthcare professional.

Potential Side Effects

Crestor, as with all medicines, can cause side effects. Some may have:

• Headache.
• Lightheadedness
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain
• Muscular or joint pain

If symptoms are mild, you generally don’t have to stop treatment. However, if symptoms persist or become troublesome, patients should consult their healthcare professional for advice.

Very rarely, statins can cause serious muscle problems. Call a doctor at once if you have severe muscle pain or weakness for no known reason, especially if you also have fever or dark urine.

Important Safety Information

Tell your healthcare provider about your medical history and about all of the medicines, vitamins and supplements you take before you take CRESTOR. Some medicines can interact with rosuvastatin and increase the risk of side effects.

Pregnant women should also talk to their healthcare professional about taking rosuvastatin. The current prescribing information recommends that breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Crestor.

FAQs

What is Crestor 40mg used for?

Crestor 40mg is rosuvastatin. It is used to lower LDL cholesterol and, in appropriate patients, to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Crestor is a statin (rosuvastatin).

Yes. Rosuvastatin is a statin, a type of cholesterol-lowering medicine.

Should I stop taking Crestor 40 mg?

Do not stop taking rosuvastatin unless you have discussed it with your healthcare professional. Your doctor will tell you whether you should continue, change or stop treatment.

Should I take Crestor with food?

No. The current prescribing information indicates that Crestor can be taken with or without food.

Overall

Crestor 40mg is a high-strength rosuvastatin medication to lower cholesterol and cardiovascular risk in appropriate patients. In addition, management of cholesterol levels can be aided by a healthy diet and regular physical activity. Since 40mg may not be appropriate for everyone, always use it as prescribed by a qualified medical professional.