Side Effects
CRESTOR® (rosuvastatin calcium) may cause side effects in some people. The most common side effects reported are
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Abdominal pain
- Weakness
- Nausea
Serious side effects may include
Muscle Problems. Call your doctor right away if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially with fever. This may be an early sign of a rare muscle problem that could lead to serious kidney problems. The risk of muscle problems is greater in people who are 65 years of age or older, or who already have thyroid or kidney problems. The chance of muscle problems may be increased if you are taking certain other medicines with CRESTOR.
Liver Problems. Your doctor should do blood tests before you start taking CRESTOR and during treatment to check for signs of possible liver problems.
This is not a complete list of side effects of CRESTOR. For a complete list of side effects, see the full Prescribing Information for CRESTOR or talk to your doctor for a complete list or if you have side effects that bother you or that do not go away.
Is CRESTOR right for you? Only your doctor can decide. But you can learn more about whether a cholesterol-lowering medication can help you manage your cholesterol and slow the gradual buildup of plaque in your arteries.