Side Effects

CRESTOR^® (rosuvastatin calcium) may cause side effects in some people. Side effects are infrequent — the most common being

Headache
Muscle pain
Abdominal pain
Weakness
Nausea

For a complete list, see the full Prescribing Information for CRESTOR.

If you develop any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness at any time during treatment with CRESTOR (especially if you also have a fever or feel ill), call your doctor right away, as these symptoms could be a sign of a rare but serious side effect.

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 progression of atherosclerosis, or if you would like more information about CRESTOR or managing high cholesterol, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

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 buildup of plaque in your arteries over time.

Find out if CRESTOR is right for you.

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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 cholesterol or how it may be contributing to the progression of atherosclerosis, or if you would like more information about CRESTOR, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Only you and your doctor can decide if CRESTOR is right for you.

Important Safety Information about CRESTOR

In adults, CRESTOR is prescribed along with diet for lowering high cholesterol. CRESTOR is also prescribed along with diet to slow the progression of atherosclerosis (the buildup of plaque in arteries) as part of a treatment plan to lower cholesterol to goal. CRESTOR has not been approved to prevent heart disease, heart attacks, or strokes.

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 will do blood tests before and during treatment with CRESTOR to monitor your liver function. Unexplained muscle pain and weakness could be a sign of a rare but serious side effect and should be reported to your doctor right away. The 40-mg dose of CRESTOR is only for patients who do not reach goal on 20 mg. Be sure to tell your doctor if you are taking any medications. Side effects occur infrequently and include headache, muscle aches, abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea.

Please see full Prescribing Information for CRESTOR

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 by AstraZeneca from Shionogi & Co LTD, Osaka, Japan.

This product information 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
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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 by AstraZeneca from Shionogi & Co LTD, Osaka, Japan.