Crechek Tablet 2.5 mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dosage

This medication can be taken at any time of the day. The initial dose is either 2.5 or 5 mg once daily, and if more LDL cholesterol reduction is needed, the maintenance dose can be adjusted accordingly. The maintenance dose is usually 10 mg once daily, which is sufficient for most patients. The maintenance dose may be adjusted based on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and patient responses at intervals of 4 weeks or longer.

This medication should not be used by individuals allergic to certain components. Patients with liver function impairment or significantly elevated liver enzymes should not take this medication. Patients with muscle diseases or any symptoms of muscle abnormalities should not be administered this medication. The risk of side effects from this medication increases when taken in conjunction with the immunosuppressant cyclosporine, hence concurrent use should be avoided. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, pregnant or breastfeeding women, should not use this medication, and women of childbearing age should employ appropriate contraceptive methods to reduce the chance of pregnancy. High-dose administration is prohibited for patients at high risk of muscle damage. Patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should not take this medication. Patients who consume alcohol excessively or have a history of liver disease should undergo liver function testing before use and should take it with caution. Muscle pain, weakness, and myopathy can occur, so if these symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a physician is necessary. If severe muscle abnormalities are present, the use of this medication should be discontinued following the doctor's instructions. This medication may temporarily raise liver enzyme levels in some patients, so regular liver function tests are required. Interactions may occur when taken with other medications, so it is essential to inform your physician or pharmacist of any currently taken medications. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication, nor should women planning to become pregnant due to necessary precautions. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and symptoms should be monitored while receiving appropriate treatment. Caution is advised during activities like driving or operating machinery as dizziness may occur.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in oral/conjunctival mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Dyspepsia
• pruritus
• headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• muscle pain
• weakness

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle