Rosuvastatin 20mg + Ezetimibe 10mg

Rosuvastatin 20mg + Ezetimibe 10mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is mainly used to treat high cholesterol and related lipid disorders, helping to lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Lowering high LDL (bad) cholesterol and total cholesterol
• Managing mixed dyslipidemia (high cholesterol and triglycerides)
• Reducing risk of heart attack and stroke in people with high cholesterol
• Used along with diet and lifestyle changes

HOW IT WORKS

• Rosuvastatin blocks an enzyme in the liver that produces cholesterol
• Ezetimibe reduces absorption of cholesterol from food in the intestine
• Together they lower LDL cholesterol more effectively than either alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a painkiller or used for immediate chest pain relief
• Not used to treat infections
• Not a substitute for diet, exercise, or other heart medicines unless prescribed together
• Not for emergency treatment of heart attack or stroke

How to Use Rosuvastatin 20mg + Ezetimibe 10mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• Can be taken with or without food, at the same time each day
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well, as cholesterol control needs ongoing treatment
• Do not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original pack until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Rosuvastatin 20mg + Ezetimibe 10mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Muscle aches or pain
• Nausea or stomach discomfort
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Weakness or tiredness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Joint pain
• Dizziness
• Mild skin rash or itching
• Changes in liver enzyme levels (seen in blood tests)

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially with fever or dark urine (signs of muscle breakdown)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, severe fatigue (signs of liver problems)
• Severe allergic reaction: swelling of face/lips/throat, difficulty breathing, severe rash
• Signs of gallbladder problems: severe abdominal pain

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Rosuvastatin 20mg + Ezetimibe 10mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under the guidance of a qualified doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to rosuvastatin, ezetimibe, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have active liver disease or unexplained persistently high liver enzymes
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are a woman planning pregnancy without reliable contraception

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease
• Have a history of muscle problems or muscle disease
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Have thyroid problems
• Are of Asian ethnicity, as this may affect dosing
• Are taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines
• Ciclosporin and other immunosuppressants
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Other cholesterol-lowering drugs (fibrates)
• Some HIV medicines

Always inform your doctor about all medicines, supplements, and herbal products you are taking.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

Regular or heavy alcohol use is not recommended as it may increase the risk of liver problems.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

Usually it is a long-term treatment; your doctor will decide duration based on your cholesterol levels and heart risk.

Will this medicine affect my liver?

• It can affect liver enzymes in some people, so periodic blood tests may be advised by your doctor.
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