Crevast 5 MG
Crevast Tablet is a medicine a cholesterol lowering medicine. It contains rosuvastatin as its active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of high cholesterol or to correct abnormal cholesterol along with dietary and lifestyle modifications. It is also used to slow down the progression of athresclerosis (narrowing of blood vessels due to fat build up) and reduce the risk of heart attack, storke etc. This medicine works by interfaring with formation of cholesterol or fat in your body. The dose and duration of this medicine is will be decided by your doctor after accessing your complete medical history. Individuals with high cholesterol often end up developing other health related complications, to avoid that you must take this medicine on time and follow certain lifestyle and dietary modifications as suggested by your doctor.
Uses of Crevast 5 MG
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It is used in the treatment of high cholesterol levels and to correct abnormal cholesterol.
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To slow down the progression of atherosclerosis, a condition of narrowing of blood vessels due to fat build up.
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It is also known to reduce the risk of heart related conditions such as stroke and heart attack.
Contraindications of Crevast 5 MG
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If you are allergic to rosuvastatin or any ingredient of this medicine
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If you have any liver related conditions
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If you are pregnant, may be pregnant or breastfeeding
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Side effects of Crevast 5 MG
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Headache
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Feeling sick
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Stomach pain
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Muscle pain
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Feeling weak
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Nausea
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Dizziness
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Constipation
Precautions and Warnings of Crevast 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have medical condition like diabetes, liver or kidney disease, thyroid problems, respiratory problems, muscle-related problems.
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You have a history of stroke with bleeding inside the brain.
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You have repeated muscle pains or history of muscle related problems.
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You have recently or in last 7 days, taken medicine for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
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You consume alcohol frequently or in excess.
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You are elderly, above 70 years of age.
Mode of Action of Crevast 5 MG
How Does It Work?
This medicine works by interfaring with the process of cholesterol synthesis. Cholesterol is made by an enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, rosuvastatin inhibits this enzyme, thus lowers cholesterol levels. It also increases the good cholesterol also known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
Directions for Use of Crevast 5 MG
Interactions of Crevast 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Certain medicines can affect the way Crevast works or Crevast itself can alter the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
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In particular if you are taking blood thinner, medicines used to suppress immune function, any hormone replacement therapy, oral contraceptives, other medicines used to lower blood cholesterol and antiviral medicines used for the treatment of HIV and Hepatitis.
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Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Storage and disposal of Crevast 5 MG
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Store below 30°C in original package to protect from sunlight and moisture
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Keep it out of the reach of children and pets
