Crestor: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Crestor Information

Crestor is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Crestor have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Crestor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Crestor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Crestor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Crestor's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Crestor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Crestor related warnings section.

Crestor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Crestor in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Crestor are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Crestor may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Crestor is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Crestor Benefits & Uses

Crestor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Crestor 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

Crestor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Crestor 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)

Crestor Related Warnings

Is the use of Crestor safe for pregnant women?

Crestor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Crestor safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Crestor as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Crestor on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Crestor. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Crestor on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Crestor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Crestor only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Crestor on the Heart?

Crestor is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Crestor with Other Drugs

Crestor 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

Crestor Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Crestor

Is this Crestor habit forming or addictive?

Crestor is not addictive in nature.

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

Crestor will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Crestor 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, Crestor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Crestor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Crestor

When consumed with certain foods, Crestor may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Crestor

Consuming Crestor with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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