LYVELSA 10 MG

About

Rosuvastatin is a potent member of the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor class, commonly known as statins, prescribed for the management of dyslipidemia and the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Its primary action involves competitively inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, a key enzyme in the liver responsible for cholesterol biosynthesis. This inhibition leads to a significant reduction in the production of endogenous cholesterol, particularly low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. Beyond lowering LDL-C, rosuvastatin also effectively reduces total cholesterol and triglyceride levels, while modestly increasing high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), or "good" cholesterol. By improving the overall lipid profile, rosuvastatin plays a critical role in mitigating the risk of major cardiovascular events such as myocardial infarction and stroke, especially in individuals with hypercholesterolemia or elevated cardiovascular risk factors.

Uses

• Treatment of primary hypercholesterolemia.
• Mixed dyslipidemia management.
• Prevention of cardiovascular events in high-risk patients.
• Treatment of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.

Directions For Use

Take orally once daily, with or without food. Follow your doctor's prescribed dosage.

Benefits

• Significantly lowers LDL-C and total cholesterol.
• Reduces triglyceride levels.
• Increases HDL-C.
• Decreases risk of heart attack and stroke.
• Potent lipid-lowering effect.
• Well-established cardiovascular benefits.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Myalgia (muscle pain)
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Arthralgia (joint pain)
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Rhabdomyolysis (rare, severe muscle breakdown)
• Diabetes mellitus onset (rare)

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Limit alcohol intake as excessive consumption can increase the risk of liver problems, a potential side effect of statins.
• Pregnancy - Contraindicated during pregnancy due to potential harm to the fetus.
• Breastfeeding - Contraindicated during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and harm the infant.
• Liver - Contraindicated in active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations of serum transaminases.
• Kidney - Use with caution in severe renal impairment; dosage adjustment may be necessary.
• Lung - Generally safe for use in patients with lung conditions; no specific precautions are usually required.

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