Rosuvas 5 mg ( Rosuvastatin 5 mg )

Rosuvas 5, also referred to as generic rosuvastatin 5 mg, is a medicine that doctors prescribe to decrease the chance of developing cardiovascular disease and lower levels of LDL-C in various patient populations, such as those with familial hypercholesterolemia. It is also used to treat primary dysbetalipoproteinemia and hypertriglyceridemia.

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Rosuvastatin 5 mg Dosage

Rosuvastatin can be taken orally, with or without food, at any time of the day. The dosage may be adjusted based on the LDL-C levels, which can be evaluated as soon as four weeks after starting the treatment. The recommended daily dosage for adults ranges from 5 to 40 mg, taken once a day. For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the dosage is between 5 to 20 mg once a day, depending on their age. For those aged seven years or older with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the recommended dosage is 20 mg once daily. In Asian patients, the treatment should begin at 5 mg once a day and should not exceed 20 mg once a day. Patients with severe renal impairment should not exceed 10 mg once daily.

Rosuvas 5 mg side effects

Taking Rosuvastatin can lead to severe adverse reactions, such as muscle pain, weakness, and breakdown that may result in kidney damage or even death. If you experience unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or persistent muscle problems, notify your doctor immediately. Several factors, including age, thyroid or kidney problems, and the use of specific medications, may increase the risk of developing muscle issues. Additionally, Rosuvastatin may cause liver complications, which can result in fatigue, loss of appetite, upper abdominal pain, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). It may also lead to protein and blood in the urine and elevated blood sugar levels. Common side effects may include headache, muscle aches, abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea.