Crestor (Rosuvastatin) - Price, Uses, and Side Effects

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Buy Crestor (Rosuvastatin) Uses, Dosage
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Drug Information

• Drug Name Crestor
• Scientific Name Rosuvastatin
• Strength(s) 10mg, 20mg, 5mg, 40mg
• Formulation Tablet

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What is Crestor Used For?

• Crestor (rosuvastatin) is a drug that is used in
  conjunction with a healthy diet to decrease bad
  cholesterol levels, raise good cholesterol
  levels, and lower triglycerides (a type of fat in
  the blood). It is prescribed for adults and
  children aged 8 and up.
• This drug is also used
• In adults, to prevent plaque accumulation in
  blood arteries, which can obstruct blood flow.
• In males 50 years and older and women 60 years
  and older who have coronary heart disease or
  other risk factors, reduce the risk of stroke,
  heart attack, and certain other heart problems.
• To treat forms of high cholesterol that are
  hereditary.

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Is Crestor a Statin?
Crestor is just one of the drugs that belongs to
a class of drugs known as statins. It inhibits a
liver enzyme, leading the liver to produce less
cholesterol, and it enhances the absorption and
breakdown of cholesterol already in the blood by
the liver. They lower cholesterol levels in the
blood.
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Crestor Dosage
Crestor comes in tablet form. You can take this
with or without food, and the manufacturer
suggests taking it once a day. And it is supplied
as 5 mg, 10mg, 20mg and 40mg Crestor is used once
a day in doses ranging from 5 to 40 mg in adults.
10 to 20 mg once daily is the typical beginning
dosage. Make sure you follow your doctors dose
and use instructions. Your treatment plan will be
personalized to your requirements and the problem
youre dealing with. The medical condition being
treated, pediatric doses, cholesterol levels, and
other factors all impact dosages. Talk to your
doctors about dosages and any related questions.
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Crestor vs Lipitor
Lipitor and Crestor are both effective medicines
for lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of
heart attacks and strokes. Crestor was found to
be more effective in trials in lowering total
cholesterol and increasing HDL levels (the good
cholesterol). Finally, you should get advice from
your healthcare practitioner to evaluate which
option is best for you.
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Crestor and Grapefruit
It is safe to consume grapefruit with
Crestor. Its not a good idea to drink
grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit if youre on
some statins. Grapefruit juice can cause adverse
effects. However, this interaction does not occur
with Crestor.
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Crestor Side Effects in Women and Men

• Common
• Headache
• Weakness
• Muscle aches
• Nausea, stomach pain

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Crestor Side Effects in Women and Men

• This drug might cause serious adverse effects. If
  you have any significant side effects, contact
  your doctor immediately, or dial 911 or your
  local emergency number.
• These arent the only adverse effects that come
  with it. Other, perhaps more rare side effects
  should be discussed with your doctor and
  pharmacist. Before using this medication, inform
  your doctor of any of the following
• Allergies you have
• Medications you are taking
• Previous medical history
• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Alcohol consumption

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Crestor price
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