Product Introduction:
Rolistat 20 mg Tablet is a cholesterol-lowering medication containing Rosuvastatin 20 mg, a potent HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It works by blocking the enzyme responsible for cholesterol production in the liver, leading to reduced levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides, while increasing HDL (good cholesterol). It is commonly prescribed to patients with hypercholesterolemia, mixed dyslipidemia, or high cardiovascular risk.
Uses:
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High cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)
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Prevention of heart attack and stroke
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Mixed dyslipidemia
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Atherosclerosis
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Cardiovascular risk management in diabetic and high-risk patients
Benefits:
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Effectively lowers LDL cholesterol and triglycerides
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Increases HDL cholesterol
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Reduces the risk of cardiovascular events
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Helps in plaque stabilization and slows progression of atherosclerosis
Composition:
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Rosuvastatin 20 mg
Side Effects:
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Muscle pain or tenderness
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Headache
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Abdominal pain
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Nausea or constipation
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Elevated liver enzymes (monitoring required)
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Rare: Rhabdomyolysis (serious muscle breakdown)
Safety Advice:
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Alcohol: Avoid or limit alcohol; may increase liver side effects
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Pregnancy: Contraindicated—do not use during pregnancy
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Breastfeeding: Not recommended
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Kidney/Liver Disease: Use with caution; regular monitoring advised
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Monitoring: Lipid levels and liver function tests should be done periodically
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Dosage: Usually once daily, with or without food
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Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and sunlight
