Rosuvastatin
ROSUVASTATIN
Overview:
Rosuvastatin is a medication used to lower “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the blood while raising “good” cholesterol (HDL). It helps reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems—especially in people with risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart disease.
Classification:
Statins (also called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors)
Uses:
To lower high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
To prevent heart attack or stroke
To treat certain inherited cholesterol disorders (like familial hypercholesterolemia)
Often used as part of a heart-healthy plan that includes diet, exercise, and weight control
How It Work:
Rosuvastatin works by blocking an enzyme in your liver that helps make cholesterol. With less cholesterol being made, your body pulls cholesterol out of the blood, lowering overall levels. It also helps stabilize plaque in blood vessels, reducing the risk of heart attacks.
Dosage:
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Most people tolerate rosuvastatin well, but some may experience:
Muscle pain or weakness
Headache
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Elevated liver enzymes (your doctor may monitor this)
Serious but rare:
Severe muscle problems (rhabdomyolysis)
Liver damage
Tell your doctor if you experience unusual fatigue, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin/eyes.
Precautions:
Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, or thyroid disorders.
Avoid excessive alcohol—it increases the risk of liver damage.
Not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if accompanied by fever or fatigue.
Let your doctor know about all medications and supplements you’re taking, including over-the-counter products.
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
Vitamin D3
VITAMIN D3
Overview:
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) is made from plant-based lichen and facilitates intestinal calcium absorption supporting bone, teeth, muscle, and heart health.
Classification:
D3 is in a class of medications called vitamin D analogs
Uses:
Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is also used along with calcium to prevent and treat bone diseases such as rickets, osteomalacia and osteoporosis.Cholecalciferol is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nerves, and to support the immune system. It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements.
How It Works:
It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements.
Dosage:
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
loss of appetite
weight loss
nausea
vomiting
constipation
Precautions:
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to cholecalciferol, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in cholecalciferol products.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take while taking cholecalciferol. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had hyperparathyroidism (a condition in which the body produces too much parathyroid hormone, kidney disease, or have high blood levels of calcium.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), call your doctor.
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
