Crestor Negative Effects
The generic name of Crestor is rosuvastatin. Crestor is prescription only and intended to lower cholesterol by blocking the production of cholesterol in the body. However, it is not a magic bullet. You will still need to eat a low-fat diet and get plenty of exercise to lower your cholesterol. Crestor will not be as effective if you consume a high-fat diet. Beware of all the possible side effects of Crestor and discuss them with your doctor.
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Side Effects
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Crestor side effects may include mild nausea, constipation, diarrhea, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, memory loss, headache, dizziness, weakness, and burning pain while urinating. If any of these side effects are troubling to you, talk to your doctor about switching to a different medication.
Serious Side Effects
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Serious side effects of Crestor may include chest pain, swelling of the hands or feet, nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, low fever, jaundice, dark-colored urine, changes in urination frequency, muscle pain or tenderness, and fever or flu symptoms. If more serious side effects occur, discontinue use and contact your doctor immediately. In addition, if you believe you may have overdosed on Crestor, seek emergency medical help.
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Allergic Reaction
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Possible signs of an allergic reaction may include hives, problems breathing and swelling of your throat, mouth, lips, tongue or face. If you experience an allergic reaction to Crestor, you will need to immediately go to an emergency room.
Interactions
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It's important to disclose to your doctor all of the other medications you are taking. Some prescription, nonprescription and over-the-counter supplements may interact with Crestor. These medications may include cyclosporine, ketaconazole, cimetidine, ritonavir, niacin, spironolactone, warfarin or any other blood-thinning medication and other medications used for lowering cholesterol. In addition, do not consume alcohol while taking Crestor. This could raise your triglyceride levels and increase your chance of developing liver damage. If you use antacids, talk to your doctor. If your doctor approves of your using antacids, do not use them within two hours after taking Crestor, as it can interfere with absorption.
Pre-existing Conditions
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Never use Crestor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or are planning to become pregnant. Crestor can cause birth defects, as well as harm a nursing baby. Certain other medical conditions may prevent you from using Crestor, or you may need an adjusted dose. These conditions include kidney disease, an underactive thyroid, epilepsy, other seizure disorder, a muscle disorder, a severe infection or illness, an electrolyte imbalance, or recent emergency medical work or surgery.
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