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It is used to help the body reduce cholesterol levels, along with harmful fats such as triglycerides, and increase good cholesterol levels.
Its operation starts by reducing the extra amount of cholesterol generated by the liver, which helps in the short or long term to reduce the chances of suffering from heart disease, heart attacks, or heart attacks and strokes.
To achieve complete effectiveness of Rosuvastatin, the specialist doctor must indicate a diet suitable for this type of treatment, recommend weight loss if the patient deserves it, physical activities such as a daily exercise routine, and suggest that vices should be eliminated such as quitting smoking.
Administration
The usual thing is that the treating physician prescribes this medication according to the diagnosis made to the patient since it will depend on the high cholesterol levels he has, but in most indications, it is recommended only once a day, orally, regardless of what it is before or after food intake.
It is essential that Rosuvastatin is given during the entire period of treatment indicated by the doctor and ingested at the same time every day for greater effectiveness, in conjunction with diet and exercise.
During the treatment, it is suggested to perform laboratory tests that indicate cholesterol levels and triglycerides in the blood to evaluate the effectiveness of the medication.
Side effects of Rosuvastatin
Rosuvastatin rarely produces side effects in patients. However, some people have recorded memory loss or momentary disorientation; the affected should contact their treating doctor if this occurs.
There have been a few cases where this medication affects the musculature presenting the following symptoms:
- Muscular weakness.
- Sensitivity in the muscles.
- Pain without strength or physical activities that push the elasticity of the muscles to the limit.
- Kidney problems such as decreased urination, along with a dark and, in some cases, stink.
Rosuvastatin does not cause liver problems, but if the patient has some of these symptoms should stop the treatment and communicate with your treating doctor:
- Severe or severe abdominal pain
- Dark urine.
- Constant vomiting
- Yellowish skin and eyes.
The allergic reactions that this drug can activate can present the following symptoms:
- Inflammation of face, throat, or tongue.
- Acne.
- Difficulty breathing without previously doing any physical activity.
- Itching in the extremities of the body.
- Dizziness or disorientation.
Caution
Antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum should be ingested two hours after taking Rosuvastatin since their fusion can reduce the absorption of the medication.
The consumption of alcoholic beverages should be avoided when the patient is being treated with Rosuvastatin, as this may increase the likelihood of inducing disease or liver problems.
Rosuvastatin can be counterproductive to be ingested during the gestation period or pregnancy because it can affect the development of the unborn. Neither should be taken while the patient is nursing because it can pass into breast milk, seriously affecting the baby.
Older adults may be more likely to suffer from Rosuvastatin’s side effects, such as muscle problems.
This medication does not generate addiction or overdose. Still, if the patient has the following symptoms, they should immediately contact the attending physician to perform an evaluation that determines the causes:
- Excessive sweating
- Disorientation.
- Paranoia.
- Increase in body temperature.
- Sudden and prolonged fainting.
- Sensitivity to light.
Interaction with other medications
Rosuvastatin can be combined without the risk of side effects with medications that belong to the anticoagulant family, such as Gemfibrozil or Warfarin.
However, some medications can affect or eliminate the effects or functions of Rosuvastatin, such as sofosbuvir, ledipasvir, voxilaprevir, and velpatasvir, among others.
The consumption of rice products containing red yeast is not recommended because they may have Lovastatin within their composition, which would increase the risks of suffering from serious muscle diseases.
