Rosuvas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Rosuvas also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Rosuvas is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Rosuvas have been listed ahead. These side effects of Rosuvas are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Rosuvas's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Rosuvas has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rosuvas related warnings section.
Rosuvas 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rosuvas are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Rosuvas have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rosuvas is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rosuvas 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rosuvas is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Rosuvas safe for pregnant women?
Rosuvas can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Rosuvas safe during breastfeeding?
Rosuvas may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rosuvas on the Kidneys?
Rosuvas may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rosuvas on the Liver?
Rosuvas 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 Rosuvas on the Heart?
Rosuvas may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Rosuvas 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 Rosuvas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rosuvas habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rosuvas has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Rosuvas as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Rosuvas should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Rosuvas in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Rosuvas
Rosuvas may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosuvas
Consumption of alcohol and Rosuvas together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Rosuvas should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, you can take Rosuvas with losartan. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rosuvas 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.
Rosuvas 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, Rosuvas 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.
Rosuvas 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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