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Jubira is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Jubira have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Jubira depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Jubira can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Jubira are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Jubira has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Jubira related warnings talks about Jubira's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Jubira since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Jubira contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Jubira with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Jubira, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Jubira 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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Is the use of Jubira safe for pregnant women?
Jubira should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Jubira safe during breastfeeding?
Jubira may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Jubira on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Jubira. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Jubira on the Liver?
Jubira may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Jubira on the Heart?
Jubira has very mild side effects on the heart.
Jubira 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 Jubira unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Jubira habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Jubira has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Jubira will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Jubira only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Jubira is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Jubira
Taking Jubira with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Jubira
Consumption of alcohol and Jubira together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Jubira is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Jubira has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Jubira is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, dizziness, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Jubira comes in the form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Jubira 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Crestor (rosuvastatin calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 636,637
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
