Rosuvas B 40 Tablet
Product introduction
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet is a combination medicine used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and regarded as safe for long-term use. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. Take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels, making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Common side effects of this medicine include muscle pain, weakness, nausea, headache, and stomach pain. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist, you notice any yellowing of your eyes, or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet should not be used in conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine, as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
Uses of Rosuvas B Tablet
Benefits of Rosuvas B Tablet
In Treatment of High cholesterol
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart disease and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take this medication regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize its effectiveness. Keep taking it even if you feel well or until your doctor advises otherwise.
Side effects of Rosuvas B Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Rosuvas B
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Abdominal pain
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Muscle spasm
- Increased uric acid level in blood
- Back pain
- Pain in extremities
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Rosuvas B Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rosuvas B 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Rosuvas B Tablet works
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet is a combination of two medicines. Bempedoic acid inhibits an enzyme called adenosine triphosphate-citrate lyase (ACL) and blocks the production of cholesterol in the liver. Rosuvastatin blocks an enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase and slows the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rosuvas B 40 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Rosuvas B 40 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Rosuvas B 40 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Rosuvas B 40 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Rosuvas B 40 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Rosuvas B Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rosuvas B 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain.
- Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems, such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes. They may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly, as Rosuvas B 40 Tablet may increase your blood sugar level.
- Lifestyle changes, like low-fat and salt diet, exercise, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink, may help this medicine work better.
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Therapeutic Class
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Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Rosuvas B 40 Tablet used for?
Rosuvas B 40 Tablet is used to lower high cholesterol (LDL), and reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular diseases.
Can Rosuvas B 40 Tablet cause serious side effects?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Rosuvas B 40 Tablet may include muscle damage, liver problems, and increased blood sugar. Contact your doctor if you experience severe muscle pain or weakness.
Can I take Rosuvas B 40 Tablet with other cholesterol-lowering drugs?
You should inform your doctor about all medicines you are taking to avoid interactions with Rosuvas B 40 Tablet. It may be given with other lipid-lowering therapies, but under supervision.
Does Rosuvas B 40 Tablet require blood tests?
Regular blood tests for liver function and cholesterol levels are recommended to monitor Rosuvas B 40 Tablet therapy effectiveness and safety.
Can Rosuvas B 40 Tablet improve “good” cholesterol?
Yes. Rosuvas B 40 Tablet may modestly increase HDL (good cholesterol), but mainly focuses on lowering LDL (bad cholesterol).
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- Rosuvastatin calcium [Prescribing Information]. Birzebbugia, Malta: Arrow Pharm (Malta) Ltd.; 2016. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Rosuvas B 40 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: January, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Rosuvas B 40 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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