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Rosumac 20 Tablet Information

Rosumac 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Rosumac 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rosumac 20 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rosumac 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rosumac 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Rosumac 20 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rosumac 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Rosumac 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Rosumac 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rosumac 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Rosumac 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rosumac 20 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Rosumac Benefits & Uses
Rosumac Dosage & How to Take
Rosumac Side Effects
Rosumac Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rosumac with Other Drugs
Rosumac Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rosumac
Rosumac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rosumac 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Rosumac 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Rosumac 20 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 40 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 40 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 5 - 20 mg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 5 - 10 mg

Rosumac 20 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rosumac 20 Tablet is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Joint pain
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Rash

Rosumac 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Rosumac 20 Tablet 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.

Severe
Is the use of Rosumac 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Rosumac may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Rosumac 20 Tablet 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rosumac 20 Tablet 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rosumac 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Rosumac is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rosumac 20 Tablet with Other Drugs

Rosumac 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cyclosporin

Niacin

Colchicine

Gemfibrozil

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

Ethinyl Estradiol

Rosumac 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rosumac 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rosumac 20 Tablet

Is this Rosumac 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Rosumac 20 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Rosumac 20 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rosumac 20 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rosumac 20 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rosumac 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rosumac 20 Tablet

Rosumac 20 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosumac 20 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rosumac 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rosumac 20 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rosumac cause diabetes?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Rosumac cause hair loss?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Rosumac with losartan?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I eat grapefruit with Rosumac

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Rosumac. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Rosumac does not interact with grapefruit products.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Rosumac work?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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