Rosuvas 5 mg Tablet

Manufacturer

• Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

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Composition

• Rosuvastatin 5 mg

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Description

Rosuvas 5 mg Tablet, manufactured by Sun Pharma, contains Rosuvastatin, a cholesterol-lowering medicine belonging to the class of statins. It works by blocking the enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) responsible for cholesterol production in the liver, thereby reducing LDL (bad cholesterol) & triglycerides and increasing HDL (good cholesterol).

It helps in the prevention of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular diseases, especially in patients with high cholesterol, diabetes, or other risk factors.

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Uses

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)

• Mixed dyslipidemia (high cholesterol + triglycerides)

• Prevention of heart attack & stroke

• Reduces risk of atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in arteries)

• Cardiovascular protection in high-risk patients

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Benefits

• Effectively lowers LDL & triglycerides

• Increases HDL cholesterol

• Reduces risk of cardiac events

• Slows progression of atherosclerosis

• Safe and effective for long-term use under doctor supervision

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Dosage

• Usual adult dose: 1 tablet once daily, with or without food

• Taken preferably in the evening or as prescribed by doctor

• Dose may be adjusted depending on cholesterol levels

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Side Effects

Common:

• Headache, dizziness

• Stomach pain, constipation, nausea

• Muscle pain or weakness

Rare but serious:

• Liver enzyme abnormalities

• Severe muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis, very rare)

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

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Precautions

• Avoid in patients with active liver disease or unexplained persistent high liver enzymes

• Caution in patients with kidney disease or heavy alcohol use

• Not safe during pregnancy & breastfeeding

• Inform doctor if taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines (like fibrates)

• Regular monitoring of liver function and lipid profile is required

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Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight & moisture

• Keep out of reach of children

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 Packaging

• Pack size: Strip of 10 tablets

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✅ Note: Rosuvas 5 mg Tablet (Sun Pharma) is a prescription-only cholesterol medicine. It should be taken along with a low-fat diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes for best results.