Crestor 5 mg Tablet

Crestor 5 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 5 mg of rosuvastatin in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class, which helps lower “bad” LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and triglycerides while raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol. It is also used to help reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other blood vessel problems in people who need cholesterol-lowering treatment.

How it works: Rosuvastatin in Crestor 5 mg Tablet blocks an enzyme your liver needs to make cholesterol. This lowers LDL cholesterol in the blood and can slow the buildup of fatty deposits in arteries.

Crestor 5 mg Tablet is the lowest strength in this brand range, with 0 lower and 3 higher strengths available. Doctors may choose Crestor 5 mg Tablet when a smaller starting dose is appropriate, when a patient is more sensitive to statin side effects, or when the goal is to begin treatment more cautiously before adjusting upward. It differs from the 10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg tablets by delivering less rosuvastatin per dose.

• High LDL cholesterol
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• High triglycerides
• Primary prevention of heart attack and stroke
• Slowdown of plaque buildup in arteries

• Swallow the Crestor 5 mg Tablet whole with water.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day, with or without food.
• Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet unless your prescriber tells you to.
• Follow the exact dose your doctor prescribes; the 5 mg tablet is not the same as taking a lower or higher strength.
• Keep taking it even if you feel well, because cholesterol treatment works over time.

Each Crestor 5 mg Tablet provides 5 mg of rosuvastatin. It is usually taken once daily, but the exact dose and whether it should be increased later are decided by your doctor based on your cholesterol levels and risk factors. Do not take more than the maximum daily amount prescribed for you; your clinician may adjust the dose gradually instead of starting higher.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Rosuvastatin may include:

• Headache
• Muscle aches or soreness
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Weakness
• Mild stomach upset

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, or a history of muscle disorders before starting Crestor 5 mg Tablet.
• Report any unexplained muscle pain, especially if it comes with fever or dark urine.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, which can increase the risk of liver problems.
• Do not use Crestor 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding unless your doctor specifically instructs you to.
• Tell your clinician about all prescription medicines, OTC products, and supplements you take to check for interactions.
• This tablet is not for rapid symptom relief; cholesterol changes are monitored with blood tests over time.
• If you have diabetes or are at risk for diabetes, your doctor may monitor blood sugar while you are taking a statin.

• Cyclosporine
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates
• Certain HIV/HCV medicines
• Warfarin
• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium if taken too close to the dose

Store Crestor 5 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.