Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule

Short Description

Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines used to prevent heart attack, angina, and stroke. It reduces the 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels, and decreases the formation of harmful blood clots.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines used to prevent heart attack, angina, and stroke. This medicine reduces the 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels. Moreover, it also decreases the formation of harmful blood clots.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule.

Breastfeeding Warning

Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Rosuvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that blocks an enzyme required in the body to make cholesterol. It lowers the 'bad' cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides, and raises the 'good' cholesterol (HDL). Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action. It prevents the platelets from sticking together and decreases the formation of harmful blood clots. This way Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule prevents blockade of blood vessels and reduces risk of heart attack, angina, or stroke.

You have been prescribed Rovastin C 20mg/75mg Capsule to lower your risk of heart attacks and stroke. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes or skin. Notify your doctor if you experience muscle pain or weakness, particularly if accompanied with fever.