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

Rosutor Information

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

The correct dosage of Rosutor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Rosutor have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Rosutor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Rosutor has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Rosutor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Rosutor is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Rosutor contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Rosutor may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rosutor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Rosutor Benefits & Uses

Rosutor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Heart Attack

Other Benefits

High Triglycerides
Coronary Artery Disease
Atherosclerosis
Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Blood Clotting Disorders
Kawasaki Disease
Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
Headache
Heart Failure

Rosutor 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

Rosutor Side Effects

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

Rosutor Related Warnings

Is the use of Rosutor safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rosutor. If you are pregnant, do not take Rosutor without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Rosutor safe during breastfeeding?

Rosutor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Rosutor on the Kidneys?

Rosutor can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rosutor on the Liver?

Rosutor may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rosutor on the Heart?

Rosutor has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rosutor with Other Drugs

Rosutor 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

Rosutor Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rosutor

Is this Rosutor habit forming or addictive?

Rosutor is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rosutor since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rosutor only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Rosutor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rosutor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rosutor

Rosutor may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosutor

Taking alcohol with Rosutor can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rosutor

Question over 7 years ago

What is Rosutor?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine

Rosutor is a brand name of rosuvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.

Question about 7 years ago

Does Rosutor cause memory loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, use of Rosutor may cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe memory loss after taking this drug, then do not hesitate to inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 7 years ago

Can I use Rosutor without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Rosutor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 7 years ago

Does Rosutor cause hair loss?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, use of Rosutor 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.

Question over 7 years ago

How to take Rosutor?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Rosutor 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.

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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