Rosuvas 10 MG Tablet

This medication is used to lower the cholesterol level and triglycerides in the body. It also prevents cardiovascular diseases. The tablet belongs to a group of drugs known as statins. Rusovas reduces blood cholesterol level by preventing the narrowing of arteries.

Use of this tablet must be as per directed by the doctor. It is also important to take a regular dose of this medicine for best results. However, if you have missed a dose, don’t try to compensate it by taking an extra dose with the next one. It is suggested to avoid the use of Rosuvas if you are suffering from liver disease. Also, pregnant woman or someone planning to get pregnant should not take this tablet.

Exercise caution if you are suffering from kidney disease or undergoing dialysis. Inform the doctor if you are taking any other prescribed medicine or if you have any food allergies. Do not consume alcohol during the course of medication.

• Hyperlipidemia

• Type 3 Hyperlipoproteinemia

• Hypertriglyceridemia

• Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

• Prevention Of Stroke

• Prevention Of Cardiovascular Diseases

• Allergy

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

• Pimozide

• Confusion

• Convulsions

• Decreased Urine Output

• Fast Heartbeat

• Constipation

• Diarrhoea

• Dry Mouth

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 4 to 5 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 5 hours after multiple dosing.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should be taken by pregnant women only if clearly needed.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is known to excreted in human breast milk. It should be taken only if clearly needed. Monitoring of undesired effects like drowsiness is necessary.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rosuvas 10 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Rosukem 10 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Rosumac 10 MG Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Rosutime 10 MG Tablet

  Ttk Healthcare Ltd

• Rozucor 10 MG Tablet

  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Rosuflo 10 MG Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

The tablet is a selective and competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase, the rate-limiting enzyme that converts 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A to mevalonate, a precursor for cholesterol. The primary site of action of rosuvastatin is the liver, the target organ for cholesterol lowering. Rosuvastatin increases the number of hepatic LDL receptors on the cell-surface, enhancing uptake and catabolism of LDL and it inhibits the hepatic synthesis of VLDL, thereby reducing the total number of VLDL and LDL particles.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Do not use this medicine in combination with Leflunomide, Atazanavir, Cyclosporine, Colchicine and Gemfibrozil.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Those who have diabetes and rhabdomyolysis should exercise caution while using this medication.

• Ques : What is Rosuvas 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : Rosuvas tablet is a medication which has Rosuvastatin as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by decreasing cholesterol formation.

• Ques : What is the use of Rosuvas 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like hyperlipidemia, type III hyperlipoproteinemia, hypertriglyceridemia, homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, prevention of cardiovascular diseases and prevention of stroke.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Rosuvas 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Constipation, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Skin reactions, Weakness, Headache, Nausea, Myalgia, Asthenia, Peripheral oedema, Depression, Insomnia, Rash, Paraesthesia, Proteinuria and Rhabdomyolysis with acute renal failure.

• Ques : Can Rosuvas 10 Tablet be used for high cholesterol and diabetes?

  Ans : Yes, Rosuvas tablet can be used to treat conditions such as high cholesterol and diabetes.

• Ques : How long do I need to use rosuvas 10 mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use rosuvas 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition. Therefore the frequency of usage of this medication will vary from person to person.

• Ques : Should I use rosuvas 10 mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of rosuvas 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect.

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