Try CRESTOR for Free

Considering CRESTOR^® (rosuvastatin calcium)? Get a 30-day free trial offer that you can print right away and take with you to your next doctor visit. The offer is good for CRESTOR 5 mg, 10 mg, or 20 mg. You may also be enrolled* in a patient support program which gives you ongoing information and support. (Limit one 30-day free trial certificate per person for the duration of this offer. Please see full eligibility restrictions on page 2 of the downloadable PDF.)

*Redeeming the free trial offer for CRESTOR allows you to sign up for the CRESTOR 360° patient support program.

The information on this Web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care professional about how to manage and treat your high cholesterol. If you have any questions about your cholesterol or how it may contribute to the slow buildup of plaque in the arteries over time, a disease called atherosclerosis, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You should also talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you would like more information about CRESTOR or managing high cholesterol.

In adults, CRESTOR is prescribed along with diet to lower high cholesterol, and to slow the buildup of plaque in arteries as part of a treatment plan to lower cholesterol to goal.

CRESTOR is also prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people without known heart disease but at increased risk based on age (men 50 years and older, women 60 years and older), elevated blood levels of hsCRP (a sign of inflammation that can be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular events), plus at least one additional risk factor (such as high blood pressure, low HDL "good" cholesterol, smoking, or family history of early heart disease).

Important Safety Information about CRESTOR

CRESTOR is not right for everyone, including anyone who has previously had an allergic reaction to CRESTOR, anyone with liver problems, or women who are nursing, pregnant, or who may become pregnant
Your doctor should do blood tests before and during treatment with CRESTOR to monitor your liver function
Unexplained muscle pain or weakness could be a sign of a rare but serious side effect and should be reported to your doctor right away
Elevated blood sugar levels have been reported with statins, including CRESTOR
Be sure to tell your doctor if you are taking any medications
Side effects: The most common side effects are headache muscle aches, abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea

Talk to your doctor about prescription CRESTOR.

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You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

CRESTOR is licensed from SHIONOGI & CO, LTD, Osaka, Japan.

CRESTOR is a registered trademark, and CRESTOR 360° is a trademark of the AstraZeneca group of companies.

This Web site is intended for US consumers only.

The information on this Web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care professional about how to manage and treat your cholesterol. If you have any questions about your condition, or if you would like more information about CRESTOR or cholesterol, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Only you and your doctor can decide if CRESTOR is right for you.

Please see full Prescribing Information for CRESTOR
http://www.astrazeneca-us.com/cgi-bin/az_pi.cgi?product=crestor&country=us&popup=no

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

CRESTOR is licensed from SHIONOGI & CO, LTD, Osaka, Japan.