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Crestor 5 Mg Tablet , a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet . Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Crestor 5 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Crestor 5 Mg 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Crestor 5 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Crestor 5 Mg Tablet '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 Crestor 5 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Crestor 5 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Crestor 5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Crestor 5 Mg Tablet , it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Crestor 5 Mg Tablet 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 Crestor 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Crestor. If you are pregnant, do not take Crestor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Crestor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Crestor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Crestor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Crestor 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Crestor rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Crestor 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Crestor 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Crestor 5 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Crestor 5 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Crestor 5 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Crestor 5 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Crestor 5 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Crestor 5 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Crestor 5 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Crestor 5 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Crestor 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.
It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Crestor can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
No, Crestor 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.
Use Crestor as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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