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Bestor is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Bestor have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bestor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Bestor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Bestor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Bestor has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Bestor has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bestor related warnings section.
Bestor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bestor in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. The section on Bestor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Bestor may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bestor, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bestor 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 Bestor is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Bestor safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Bestor. If you are pregnant, do not take Bestor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Bestor safe during breastfeeding?
Bestor may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bestor on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Bestor. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Bestor on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Bestor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Bestor only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Bestor on the Heart?
Bestor has very mild side effects on the heart.
Bestor 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 Bestor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bestor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bestor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bestor since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Bestor should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bestor for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bestor
Bestor may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bestor
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Bestor as it can have severe side effects.
Bestor 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
No, use of Bestor 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.
No, Bestor 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.
Bestor is a brand name of rosuvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
Yes, you can take Bestor with losartan. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Bestor 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.
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