Rosuvastatin is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Rosuvastatin. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Rosuvastatin through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
FDA Drug Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Rosuvastatin tablets are indicated: To reduce the risk of ,major adverse cardiovascular (CV) events (CV death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, nonfatal stroke, or an arterial revascularization procedure) in adults without established coronary heart disease who are at increased risk of CV disease based on age, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP)≥2 mg/L, and at least one additional CV risk factor. As an adjunct to diet to: Reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in adults with primary hyperlipidemia. Reduce LDL-C and slow the progression of atherosclerosis in adults. Reduce LDL-C in adults and pediatric patients aged 8 years and older with heterozygou…
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Hepatic Dysfunction [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Proteinuria and Hematuria [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Increases in HbA1c and Fasting Serum Glucose Levels [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Most frequent adverse reactions (r…
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See full prescribing information for details regarding concomitant use of rosuvastatin tablets with other drugs that increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. ( 7.1) Aluminum and Magnesium Hydroxide Combination Antacids: Administer rosuvastatin tablets at least 2 hours before the antacid. ( 7.2) Wafarin: Obtain INR prior to starting rosuvastatin tablets. Monitor INR frequently until stable upon initiation, dose titration or discontinuation. (7.3) 7.1 Drug Interactions…
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Take orally with or without food, at any time of day. (2.1) Assess LDL-C when clinically appropriate, as early as 4 weeks after initiating rosuvastatin tablets, and adjust dosage if necessary. (2.1) Adults: Recommended dosage range is 5 to 40 mg once daily. (2.1) Pediatric Patients with HeFH: Recommended dosage range is 5 to 10 mg once daily for patients aged 8 to less than 10 years of age, and 5 to 20 mg once daily for patients aged 10 years and older. (2.2) Pediatri…
Patient Counseling Information
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information) . Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis Advise patients that rosuvastatin tablets may cause myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. Inform patients that the risk is also increased when taking certain types of medication and they should discuss all medication, both prescription and over-the-counter, with their healthcare provider. Instruct patients to promptly report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
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