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Rosutor A, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Rosutor A have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rosutor A. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rosutor A can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rosutor A normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Rosutor A has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rosutor A related warnings talks about Rosutor A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Rosutor A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rosutor A in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. The section on Rosutor A contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Rosutor A may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rosutor A, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Rosutor A 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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Is the use of Rosutor A safe for pregnant women?
Rosutor A has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Rosutor A without medical advice.
Is the use of Rosutor A safe during breastfeeding?
Rosutor A should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rosutor A on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Rosutor A. 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 Rosutor A on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Rosutor A on the liver.
What is the effect of Rosutor A on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Rosutor A. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Rosutor A 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 Rosutor A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rosutor A habit forming or addictive?
Rosutor A is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Rosutor A
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rosutor A with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rosutor A
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rosutor A.
Yes, use of Rosutor A 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.
Rosutor A 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.
Rosutor A 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
No, Rosutor A should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.
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