Rosuvastatin
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What is the most important information I should know about rosuvastatin?
| Pronunciation: | roe SOO va sta tin |
| Brand: | Crestor |
 | In rare cases, rosuvastatin can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. This condition can lead to kidney failure, and may be more likely to occur in older adults and in people of Asian descent who take rosuvastatin. Call your doctor at once if you have unexplained muscle pain or tenderness, muscle weakness, fever or flu symptoms, and dark colored urine. |
 | This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. |
 | Do not take this medication if you are allergic to rosuvastatin, if you have liver disease, or if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
 | Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication. Alcohol can increase triglyceride levels, and may also damage your liver while you are taking rosuvastatin. |
Rosuvastatin is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
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| Last updated: | May 16, 2008 |
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