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Active ingredientRosuvastatin calcium
Brand name medicineCRESTOR
Effects of this medicineThis medicine selectively and competitively inhibits the activity of HMG-CoA reductase involving in cholesterol synthesis in liver, thereby inhibiting cholesterol synthesis and then reducing cholesterol level in blood.
It is usually used for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia or familial hypercholesterolemia.
Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)・In general, for adults, start taking 2.5 mg as rosuvastatin at a time, once a day. If you need to reduce LDL-cholesterol level promptly, your doctor may prescribe 1 tablet (5 mg) at a time, as an initial dose. The dosage may be adjusted according to your disease, age and symptoms. If it does not show enough efficacy after 4 weeks from the start, you may take higher dose and the dosage can be increased up to 4 tablets (20 mg) a day. This product contains 5 mg per tablet. Strictly follow the instructions.
・If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. You should never take two doses at one time.
・If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.
・If you have: liver disease or renal disease.
・If you are pregnant, possibly pregnant or breastfeeding.
・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
Precautions while taking this medicine・Follow your instructed dietary and/or exercise therapy properly.