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ROSUVASTATIN

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About Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s

Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s belongs to the class of medicines known as statins, which reduces bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein-LDL) and glyceride level, thereby reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke in the future. High cholesterol, known as hyperlipidemia or dyslipidemia, occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a high cholesterol level in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged, finally contributing to heart diseases like stroke and heart attack. 

Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s increases the uptake and breakdown by the liver of cholesterol already in the blood. Thus, Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s lowers the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (like a low-fat diet) on their own have failed. Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s reduces the ‘bad’ cholesterol and increases the ‘good’ cholesterol by blocking our body’s production of ‘bad’ cholesterol. It also improves your body’s ability to remove it from your blood.

The possible side effects of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s may include myalgia (muscle pain), asthenia (lack of energy), nausea, headache, abdominal pain, muscle pain, weakness, and daytime drowsiness. Most of these side effects of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. It is important to have your lipid profile checked regularly.

This medicine is only one part of a treatment program that should include a healthy low-fat diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can normally eat while taking this medicine but avoid high-fat foods. Before starting the dose of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, diabetes, severe lung disease, or musculoskeletal disorder (like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis). You should avoid taking Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s with immune system affecting medicine (cyclosporine) or anti-HIV medicines (lopinavir, ritonavir, or atazanavir) as it might have a serious effect.

Uses of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s

Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), Prevention of heart attack, Prevention of stroke.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Sprinkle Capsule: The capsule should be consumed whole. Do not chew or crush. For patients who have trouble swallowing, open the capsule and sprinkle the contents over a small amount (tablespoon) of soft food (curd, honey, tomato ketchup, vanilla and chocolate flavour pudding) and consume it.

Medicinal Benefits

Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary events like heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina). Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s is beneficial in patients who are at high risk of these events. It is also prescribed in children (aged eight years or more) suffering from familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic disease resulting in high cholesterol) along with lipid-lowering pills and other dietary measures. Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s plays a vital role in slowing atherosclerosis progress (blocked artery walls of heart due to fat/lipid deposition leading to heart attack and stroke) in adult patients.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s

  • Myalgia (muscle pain)
  • Asthenia (lack of energy)
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Muscle pain
  • Weakness
  • Daytime drowsiness

Drug Warnings

A prolonged intake of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s may cause muscular disorders like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis with kidney damage. A person taking excess alcohol and affected with liver disease should consult a doctor before its intake. Caution should be exercised if you are taking any blood thinner or anticoagulants like warfarin or coumarin. At least 2 hours gap should be maintained between intake of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s and antacids like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide. Increases in HbA1c and fasting glucose levels can be observed if a person regularly takes Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s. So you should tell the doctor before having these diabetes tests. Patients with proteinuria (protein in urine) or haematuria (blood in urine) should tell the doctor before taking the Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s, as it might require dose adjustment. It is recommended that you should have a liver enzyme test regularly if you are regularly taking Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RosuvastatinColchicine
Severe
RosuvastatinGemfibrozil
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RosuvastatinColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of colchicine and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s may increase the risk of conditions that affect your muscles and kidneys.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Colchicine with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s may possibly result in an interaction, but they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, back pain, weakness, or tingling or numbness in your hands and feet. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
RosuvastatinGemfibrozil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Gemfibrozil and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s may increase the risk or severity of side effects like muscle injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Gemfibrozil and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark-colored urine, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RosuvastatinSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Saquinavir and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can increase the blood levels of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s and can increase the risk of developing liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Saquinavir and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RosuvastatinRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Ritonavir and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can increase the blood levels of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ritonavir and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RosuvastatinSimeprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Simeprevir and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can increase the blood levels of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s and can increase the risk of side effects like liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Simeprevir and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RosuvastatinLenalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s with lenalidomide may increase the risk of a rare condition called rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between lenalidomide and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RosuvastatinDarunavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s and Darunavir can increase the blood levels of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s and Darunavir can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RosuvastatinCiclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of ciclosporin with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can increase blood levels of Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s. This can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of cyclosporine and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark-colored urine, light colour stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RosuvastatinLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of leflunomide and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can increase the risk of developing liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Leflunomide and Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s can lead to an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RosuvastatinNicotinamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of Nicotinamide with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s may increase the risk and severity of side effects like rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of skeletal muscle) or kidney damage which can be fatal.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nicotinamide with Rocurex 10mg Tablet 10s together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any symptoms like unexplained muscle pain, muscle stiffness or tenderness, fever, dark-coloured urine, or weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products. 
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
  • Avoid chronic stress. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques. 
  • Including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet.

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ANTILIPEMICS

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Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise on regular monitoring of liver function tests to monitor the liver enzymes.

Disease/Condition Glossary

High cholesterol: There are two types of cholesterol found in our body, good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein) and bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein). Good cholesterol is good for our heart and helps in reducing the bad cholesterol from our body. On the other hand, excess of bad cholesterol (LDL) leads to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke. High cholesterol known as hyperlipidaemia or dyslipidaemia occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a high level of cholesterol in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged that finally contributes to heart diseases, like stroke and heart attack. Eating high-fat or high-cholesterol-containing food/drinks and genetic factors are the primary causes of high cholesterol.

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