Ingredient

Rosuvastatin Calcium

Rosuvastatin calcium is an ingredient that lowers blood cholesterol and prevents atherosclerosis.

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MFDS ingredient code M095744

What does it do?

Rosuvastatin calcium is a lipid-lowering agent from the statin class, used to reduce blood cholesterol levels. It is primarily utilized in the treatment of hyperlipidemia and in the prevention of atherosclerosis, helping to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Rosuvastatin calcium lowers blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting an enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the liver. This results in a decrease in cholesterol accumulation within the blood vessels, thereby slowing the progression of atherosclerosis.

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Rosuvastatin calcium exhibits a potent cholesterol-lowering effect compared to other statins, particularly effectively reducing LDL cholesterol. Additionally, it has a strong action in the liver, allowing it to be effective even at lower doses.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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