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Rosumac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Rosumac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rosumac. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rosumac can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rosumac are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Rosumac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Rosumac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Rosumac is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Rosumac contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Rosumac may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rosumac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rosumac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rosumac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Rosumac safe for pregnant women?
Rosumac shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Rosumac safe during breastfeeding?
Rosumac may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rosumac on the Kidneys?
Rosumac can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Rosumac on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Rosumac. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Rosumac on the Heart?
Rosumac is rarely harmful for the heart.
Rosumac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rosumac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rosumac habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rosumac.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rosumac does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Rosumac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rosumac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rosumac
Rosumac may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosumac
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rosumac as it can have severe side effects.
No, Rosumac does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting, in the middle and after using this drug.
No, use of Rosumac does not cause hair loss in the patients who are taking it. However, if you notice any unusual hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, you can take Rosumac with losartan. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rosumac along with losartan if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Rosumac. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Rosumac does not interact with grapefruit products.
Rosumac works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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