Lipirose 5 Tablet

Lipirose 5 Tablet contains rosuvastatin 5 mg in each tablet. It is a statin medicine used to lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides, and to help raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol when diet and exercise alone are not enough. Lipirose 5 Tablet is also used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other blood vessel problems in people whose doctor thinks they need cholesterol-lowering treatment.

How it works: Rosuvastatin works by blocking an enzyme your liver uses to make cholesterol, so the liver removes more cholesterol from the blood. In tablet form, Lipirose 5 Tablet is swallowed whole and absorbed to help lower cholesterol over time with regular daily use.

Lipirose 5 Tablet is the 5 mg tablet, which is a lower starting strength for many adults and is often chosen when a doctor wants a gentler dose. Because this is the only strength listed for this product, it fits standard rosuvastatin treatment by providing a measured 5 mg dose that can be adjusted later if needed based on cholesterol levels and tolerance.

• High LDL cholesterol
• High triglycerides
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• To slow plaque buildup in blood vessels
• To lower risk of heart attack and stroke

• Swallow Lipirose 5 Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your prescriber says otherwise.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day to help you remember.
• Lipirose 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food.
• Follow the diet and exercise plan your doctor recommends while taking this tablet.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose or to lower cholesterol faster.

Each Lipirose 5 Tablet provides rosuvastatin 5 mg per tablet. For adults, it is usually taken once daily, but the exact dose and whether it should be increased later depend on your cholesterol levels, medical history, and how well you tolerate it. The maximum dose of rosuvastatin is generally 40 mg per day, but only a doctor should decide if any dose change is appropriate for you.

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
• Weakness or fatigue
• Constipation

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, thyroid problems, or a history of muscle disorders before using Lipirose 5 Tablet.
• This 5 mg tablet is a prescription-strength statin and should not be used as a substitute for a lower dose or increased on your own.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, since it can raise the risk of liver problems with rosuvastatin.
• Do not use during pregnancy, and do not breastfeed while taking rosuvastatin unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Report unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or dark urine right away, especially if symptoms happen after starting or increasing treatment.
• Tell your clinician about any history of stroke, diabetes, or heart disease, because dose choice may be different in these conditions.
• This tablet can interact with other medicines that raise rosuvastatin levels or increase muscle side effects, so a full medication review is important.

• Cyclosporine
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates
• Certain HIV or hepatitis C medicines
• Warfarin
• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium

Store Lipirose 5 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and children.