About CRESTOR

CRESTOR^® (rosuvastatin calcium) is a prescription drug belonging to a group of medicines
—called (glossary term) statins—that are used to treat high cholesterol. When diet and exercise alone aren’t enough, adding CRESTOR can help. CRESTOR, along with diet, is proven to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol. It’s also FDA approved to slow plaque buildup in arteries as part of a treatment plan to lower cholesterol to goal.

	What CRESTOR Does CRESTOR works by blocking an enzyme in the liver, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Along with diet, CRESTOR lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol and slows plaque buildup in arteries as part of a treatment program to lower cholesterol to goal. Learn about CRESTOR for lowering cholesterol and slowing plaque buildup »
	Is CRESTOR Right for You? CRESTOR, along with diet, can help lower cholesterol and slow the progression of atherosclerosis, plaque buildup in your arteries over time. Find out if CRESTOR is right for you. Only your doctor can decide if CRESTOR is right for you. Talk with your doctor »
	Side Effects of CRESTOR There are benefits and risks associated with taking CRESTOR. It’s important to know some of the possible side effects. Learn about side effects »
	Risk Factors for Plaque Buildup High cholesterol alone is a risk factor. And having one or more additional risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, family history of early heart disease, age, obesity or smoking puts you at increased risk for dangerous plaque buildup that can narrow your arteries. See the risk factors »

Important Safety Information about CRESTOR^® (rosuvastatin calcium) Tablets

CRESTOR is not right for everyone. Do not take CRESTOR if you are nursing, pregnant or may become pregnant; have liver problems; or have had an allergic reaction to CRESTOR
Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver before starting treatment with CRESTOR and if you have symptoms of liver problems while taking CRESTOR
Call your doctor right away if you:
- Have unexplained muscle pain or weakness, especially with fever
- Have muscle problems that do not go away even after your doctor told you to stop taking CRESTOR
- Feel unusually tired
- Have loss of appetite, upper belly pain, dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes
These could be signs of rare but serious side effects
Elevated blood sugar levels have been reported with statins, including CRESTOR
Side effects: The most common side effects may include headache, muscle aches, abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea. Memory loss and confusion have also been reported with statins, including CRESTOR
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about other medicines you are taking

Talk to your doctor about prescription CRESTOR.

Approved Uses for CRESTOR

When diet and exercise alone aren't enough, adding CRESTOR can help.

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.

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The information on this Web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care professional. If you have any questions, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

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° and AZ&Me are trademarks of the AstraZeneca group of companies.