Crestor 5/10/20/40 5mg. 10mg. 20mg. 40mg FC Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 5 August 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
To reduce cardiovascular events and treat hypercholesterolaemia.
Dosage (summary)
Start at 5 mg once daily; adjust based on response.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 week, Duration: 4 weeks for max effect.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Asian patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation; use contraception.
Key Drug Interactions
- Ciclosporin
- Protease inhibitors
- Gemfibrozil
- Fibrates
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Active liver disease
- Severe renal impairment
- Myopathy
- Pregnancy and lactation
Common side effects
- Myalgia
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Report muscle pain or weakness immediately.
- Monitor blood glucose levels.
- Avoid alcohol consumption.
Serious warnings
- Risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis
- Liver enzyme monitoring recommended
- Increased risk of diabetes
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