Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet

Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 2.5 mg of rosuvastatin in each tablet. Rosuvastatin belongs to the statin class of lipid-lowering medicines. It is used to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol in some people, and reduce the risk of heart and blood vessel problems when prescribed as part of a treatment plan. Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet is the lowest strength in this brand range and may be chosen when a doctor wants a very small starting dose or a cautious dose increase.

How it works: Rosuvastatin works by blocking an enzyme the liver uses to make cholesterol, which lowers the amount of cholesterol entering the bloodstream. In tablet form, Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and then absorbed so it can act on the liver to reduce cholesterol production.

Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet is the lowest-strength Rozavel tablet, with 0 lower and 4 higher strengths available in this brand range. Because it provides only 2.5 mg of rosuvastatin per tablet, it may be selected for people who need a very gentle dose, are sensitive to statins, have certain risk factors, or need a doctor-supervised adjustment rather than a higher-strength tablet. It is not the same as the 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, or 40 mg versions, and a prescriber may choose this tablet when they want tighter control over dose changes.

• Lowering high LDL cholesterol
• Helping improve mixed cholesterol levels
• Reducing triglycerides in some patients
• Supporting heart and blood vessel risk reduction
• Part of treatment for inherited cholesterol disorders

• Swallow Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says otherwise.
• Take it once daily at the time your doctor recommends; it can be taken with or without food.
• Try to take the tablet at the same time each day to help you remember it.
• Do not change from the 2.5 mg tablet to a higher strength on your own; the dose should be adjusted only by your prescriber.
• Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan along with the tablet, since medicine works best with lifestyle changes.

Each Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet provides 2.5 mg of rosuvastatin per tablet. Your doctor decides how often you should take it, but rosuvastatin tablets are commonly taken once daily and the total daily amount should not exceed the dose your prescriber sets; do not take more than directed. This is a low, carefully controlled strength, and a doctor may use it when a smaller dose is preferred before moving to higher strengths if needed.

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
• Stomach pain
• Weakness or tiredness
• Constipation
• Dizziness

• Do not use Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or may become pregnant, unless your doctor specifically tells you otherwise.
• Breastfeeding is generally not recommended while taking rosuvastatin.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, kidney disease, thyroid problems, or muscle disorders before starting this tablet.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, since it can increase the risk of liver problems.
• Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if it happens after starting or increasing the dose.
• Tell your clinician about all your medicines and supplements, including over-the-counter products, before taking this tablet.
• This medicine is for cholesterol management and does not replace emergency care for chest pain, shortness of breath, or stroke symptoms.

• Cyclosporine
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates
• Some HIV or hepatitis medicines
• Warfarin
• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, which may reduce rosuvastatin absorption if taken together

Store Rozavel 2.5 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.