Crestor(Generic name: Rosuvastatin Calcium)Crestor uses: Common uses -This medicine is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (also known as a "statin") used with a proper diet to help lower cholesterol and fat (triglyceride) levels and to raise good cholesterol (HDL) levels in your blood. Before using -Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking gemfibrozil. If you are currently taking gemfibrozil, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take this medicine. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking fibrates (such as clofibrate or fenofibrate), high doses of niacin (1 gram or more per day), cyclosporine, "blood thinners" (such as warfarin), ketoconazole, spironolactone, cimetidine, sirolimus or tacrolimus, or antacids. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including muscle problems; muscle problems when you have taken other "statin" or "fibrate" medicines; family history of muscle problems; heart problems; kidney problems; low thyroid problems; alcohol use; low blood pressure; dehydration; severe infection or infection in the blood; uncontrolled seizures; serious metabolic, endocrine, or electrolyte problems; recent surgery or injury; allergies; pregnancy; or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have liver disease or abnormal liver function test results. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine. Directions -Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. DO NOT TAKE ANTACIDS for at least 2 hours after taking this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. This medicine should be taken regularly to get the most benefit from it. Taking this medicine at the same time each day will help you remember. IT IS IMPORTANT TO CONTINUE TAKING THIS MEDICINE even if you feel well. Most people with high cholesterol or triglycerides do not feel sick. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at once. Cautions -DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it, to other similar medicines, or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. IT MAY TAKE 2 to 4 WEEKS before the full benefit of this medicine is seen. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take this medicine for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. DO NOT STOP USING THIS MEDICINE without first checking with your doctor. Laboratory and/or medical tests, including liver function tests, kidney function tests, and blood cholesterol levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are taking this medicine. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine. DAILY USE OF ALCOHOL may increase your chance for serious side effects. Limit alcoholic beverages. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. CAUTION IS ADVISED WHEN USING THIS MEDICINE IN ASIAN PATIENTS OR IN THE ELDERLY. Possible side effects -SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include constipation, headache, stomach upset, or weakness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY RARELY cause muscle damage that can lead to a very serious condition called rhabdomyolysis. STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE AND CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you develop fever; muscle pain, cramping, tenderness, or weakness (especially with fever or unusual tiredness); chest pain; yellowing eyes and skin; dark urine; nausea or vomiting; or stomach pain. AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO THIS MEDICINE is unlikely but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Drug interactions -Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug interactions
Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) FAQ.
Q. What countries do you ship Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) in?
A. The import of medicines, if the Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) is used only for a personal application and it is not a drug, is legal in the majority the countries (including the US, Great Britain, France, Japan, Spain and others).
Q. What is a brand name drug Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium )?
A. A brand name Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and is supplied by one company (the pharmaceutical manufacturer). The Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) is protected by a patent and is marketed under the manufacturer's brand name.
Q. The price on Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) at your drugstore is lower than at other online drugstores. Is your Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) of perfect quality?
A. We buy drugs from reputable wholesalers and manufacturers around the world. All medicines in our online drugstore are made by respectable pharmaceutical companies and are shipped in original packaging.
Q. How can I be sure in the quality of the Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) you offer?
A. High quality of the medications we offer is the subject of our primary concern. The logic is very simple: the better the quality of goods is, the more customers we have. Thus we are very attentive and selective in the choice of the supplier, the quality of Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) is thoroughly tested and the documentation is closely checked. Each package of the products we sent out includes the Certificate of Analysis obtained from the manufacturer's laboratory and fully adheres to the US law.
Q. Is Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) available outside the USA?
A. Yes, although we do not have any distributors in foreign countries, we have successful shipped Crestor ( Rosuvastatin Calcium ) to doorsteps around the world.
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