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Rosucard, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Rosucard also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rosucard. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rosucard can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rosucard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Rosucard's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Rosucard related warnings talks about Rosucard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Rosucard is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rosucard are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rosucard with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rosucard is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rosucard 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 Rosucard safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rosucard. If you are pregnant, do not take Rosucard without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rosucard safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Rosucard as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Rosucard on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Rosucard. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Rosucard on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Rosucard. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Rosucard on the Heart?
Rosucard may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Rosucard 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 Rosucard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rosucard habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rosucard 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 Rosucard as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Rosucard should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rosucard for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rosucard
Some foods when eaten with Rosucard can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosucard
Taking alcohol with Rosucard can be dangerous.
Rosucard comes in the form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, Rosucard can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Rosucard 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.
Yes, you can take Rosucard with losartan. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rosucard 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.
No, use of Rosucard does not cause hair loss in the patients who are taking it. However, if you notice any unusual hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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