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Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe safe during breastfeeding?
Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe. 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 Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe on the Liver?
Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe on the Heart?
Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe 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 Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe.
Interaction between Food and Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe
When consumed with certain foods, Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe does not interact with grapefruit products.
Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
Yes, Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe 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.
Yes, Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe 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.
No, Rosuvastatin + Ezetimibe 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.
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