Rostab 5mg Tablet 1 Strip

✔️ Frequently reported side effects include:

• Muscle pain (myalgia)
• Muscle weakness
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Joint pain
• Fatigue
• Sore throat
• Flu-like symptoms

Serious Side Effects
Although uncommon, serious reactions may include:

• Liver dysfunction or jaundice
• Myopathy (muscle damage)
• Rhabdomyolysis, a severe muscle breakdown condition that may lead to acute kidney failure

Seek medical attention if you experience unexplained muscle pain, weakness, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes.

✔️ It is commonly prescribed for:

• High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• Familial hypercholesterolemia (heterozygous and homozygous)
• Elevated triglyceride levels
• Prevention of stroke
• Reduction of cardiovascular risk in high-risk individuals

Rostab 5 is generally considered safe for long-term use when taken as prescribed.

✔️ Rosuvastatin may interact with:

• Warfarin
• Oral contraceptives
• Itraconazole
• HIV protease inhibitors
• Erythromycin
• Antacids
• Fenofibrate
• Niacin

The risk of muscle-related complications may increase significantly when used with:

• Gemfibrozil
• Ciclosporin

✔️ Rostab 5 should not be used in patients with:

• Active liver disease
• Persistent unexplained elevations in liver enzymes
• Severe kidney impairment
• Known hypersensitivity to rosuvastatin
• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding

✔️ Use with caution in patients who have:

• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Untreated hypothyroidism
• A history of alcohol abuse
• Conditions that increase the risk of muscle disorders

Regular monitoring may include:

• Liver function tests (LFTs)
• Creatine kinase (CK) levels

Diabetic patients should monitor blood glucose regularly, as rosuvastatin may slightly increase blood sugar levels.

✔️ For best results, Rostab 5 should be used together with:

• A low-fat, heart-healthy diet
• Regular physical activity
• Smoking cessation
• Weight management
• Limiting alcohol consumption

Since high cholesterol often causes no symptoms, continue taking the medication as prescribed even if you feel well.

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Rostab 5 is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to the potential risk to the baby. Women who are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing should avoid this medication.

✔️ Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.