Qrovas 10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Qrovas Benefits & Uses

Qrovas is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Qrovas 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

Qrovas Related Warnings

Is the use of Qrovas safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Qrovas safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Qrovas as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Qrovas on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Qrovas. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Qrovas on the Liver?

Qrovas 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 Qrovas on the Heart?

Qrovas has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Qrovas with Other Drugs

Qrovas 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

Qrovas Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Qrovas

Is this Qrovas habit forming or addictive?

Qrovas does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Qrovas should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Qrovas in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Qrovas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Qrovas

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Qrovas to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Qrovas

Taking Qrovas with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Qrovas

Question over 5 years ago

What is Qrovas?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Qrovas 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Qrovas cause weight gain?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I eat grapefruit with Qrovas

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Qrovas. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Qrovas does not interact with grapefruit products.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Qrovas cause diabetes?

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

No, Qrovas 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 Qrovas work?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Qrovas 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