Crestor
Rosuvastatin tablets for high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease prevention. One of the stronger statins, so a small dose does the work of others.
- Category
- Cholesterol Management
- Active ingredient
- Rosuvastatin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg · 10mg · 20mg
Crestor is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Crestor on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- rosuvastatin calcium
- Therapeutic class
- HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Statin
- Minor side effects
- muscle aches; headache; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- elevated liver transaminases; constipation; weakness
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- AstraZeneca
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Cyclosporine; Gemfibrozil; Antacids
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over six years, adolescents, and adults.
Contraindications
active liver disease; pregnancy; unexplained persistent aminotransferase elevations
Serious side effects
rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention; severe drug-induced hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Rosuvastatin tablets for high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease prevention. One of the stronger statins, so a small dose does the work of others.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, upregulating hepatic LDL receptors to capture circulating low-density lipoprotein molecules.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated during pregnancy due to potential lipid synthesis inhibition in fetus. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
Is the Crestor on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Crestor is the original brand, made by AstraZeneca, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (rosuvastatin) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Crestor priced?
It depends on the strength and pack. Crestor comes in 5mg, 10mg and 20mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above in rand, converted from US dollars. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What is Crestor used for?
Crestor contains rosuvastatin, used for hypercholesterolaemia, cardiovascular disease prevention and hyperlipidaemia.
When does Crestor start working?
Rosuvastatin usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. The exact timing differs between people.
What side effects can Crestor cause?
The common side effects of rosuvastatin are muscle aches, headache and abdominal pain. Less common ones include elevated liver transaminases, constipation and weakness. Serious but less common side effects include rhabdomyolysis and severe drug-induced hepatitis, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Crestor?
Rosuvastatin can interact with ciclosporin, gemfibrozil and antacids. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Crestor.
Is Crestor available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Crestor. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Crestor to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Crestor names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Rosuvastatin at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.