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 men ≥50 yrs, women ≥60 yrs, without known heart disease but with elevated blood levels of hsCRP (can be a marker of inflammation in arteries), plus at least one additional cardiovascular 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 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
• 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.

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