Rozustat 5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rozustat 5 Tablet Information

Rozustat 5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Rozustat 5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rozustat 5 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rozustat 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Rozustat 5 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rozustat 5 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Rozustat 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Rozustat 5 Tablet 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 Rozustat 5 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Rozustat 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rozustat 5 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Rozustat Benefits & Uses
Rozustat Dosage & How to Take
Rozustat Side Effects
Rozustat Related Warnings
Rozustat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rozustat
Rozustat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rozustat 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Rozustat 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Rozustat 5 Tablet 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: High Cholesterol 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: High Cholesterol 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: High Cholesterol 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: High Cholesterol 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

Rozustat 5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Rozustat 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Rozustat should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Rozustat 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Rozustat on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Rozustat 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Rozustat 5 Tablet on the Liver?

Rozustat 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 Rozustat 5 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Rozustat on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Rozustat 5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rozustat 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rozustat 5 Tablet

Is this Rozustat 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Rozustat 5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rozustat 5 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rozustat 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Rozustat 5 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rozustat 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rozustat 5 Tablet

Some foods when eaten with Rozustat 5 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Rozustat 5 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Rozustat 5 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Rozustat 5 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Rozustat in the morning?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rozustat 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Rozustat cause memory loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, use of Rozustat 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Rozustat cause hair loss?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, use of Rozustat 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 4 years ago

Can Rozustat cause diabetes?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Rozustat 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Rozustat work?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Rozustat 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