ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET belongs to the class of ‘cholesterol-lowering agents’ primarily used to lower abnormally elevated bad cholesterol or fat levels like low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG) and increases good cholesterol levels (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) in the bloodstream. Hyperlipidaemia or dyslipidaemia occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. This condition can clog the blood vessels and leads to coronary heart diseases, like stroke and heart attack.

ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET is composed of two medicines, namely: Rosuvastatin and Calcitriol (Vitamin D3). Rosuvastatin belongs to drugs known as antilipemic agents (cholesterol-lowering)/statins or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. It works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Rosuvastatin lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) levels and increases good cholesterol levels (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) in the blood. Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 that helps relieve musculoskeletal problems, as the main side effect caused by Rosuvastatin.

Take ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. Like every medicine, ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET also has common side effects that include muscle pain, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness and stomach pain. These side effects do not occur in everyone using ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET and may vary individually. If these side effects occur, they resolve gradually over time and do not usually require medical attention. However, if you notice any side effects that are not manageable, it is advised to consult your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Let your doctor know if you have any kidney, liver or heart diseases, diabetes, lung problems, thyroid disease, alcohol use, muscle pain and brain disorders before starting ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET. ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET is not indicated for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please avoid or limit alcohol intake since it may lead to increased dizziness while using ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET. ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET is recommended for use in children older than six years of age. 

ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET is used to treat hyperlipidaemia or dyslipidaemia. It is composed of Rosuvastatin and Calcitriol. Rosuvastatin is a cholesterol-lowering agent or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. It works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. It also lowers the bad cholesterol levels and increases good cholesterol levels in the blood. Rosuvastatin reduces the risk of coronary events, such as heart attack, stroke and angina (chest pain). Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3. It raises the Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. Calcitriol helps in relieving musculoskeletal pain, a side effect caused by Rosuvastatin. 

• Muscle pain
• Weakness
• Headache
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Stomach pain 

Before taking ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET, let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney, liver or heart diseases, diabetes, lung problems, thyroid disease, alcohol use, muscle pain and brain disorders. Avoid using other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without medical advice. ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET may have harmful effects on the baby when a pregnant mother uses it. ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET can pass into the breast milk and may affect the breastfed infants. Hence, the use of ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please avoid or limit alcohol intake since it may lead to increased dizziness while using ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET. ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET is recommended for use in children older than 6 years of age. Higher doses of ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET are not indicated for patients younger than 18 years of age.  

Drug-Drug Interaction: ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET may interact with other cholesterol-lowering drugs (Gemfibrozil, fenofibrate, ezetimibe), blood thinners (warfarin, clopidogrel), blood-related drugs (fostamatinib), antibiotics (erythromycin, fusidic acid), antiviral drugs (ritonavir, lopinavir, atazanavir, ombitasvir, paritaprevir, dasabuvir, velpatasvir, grazoprevir, elbasvir, glecaprevir, pibrentasvir), anti-cancer medicines (regorafenib), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), antacids and oral contraceptives.

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid fatty foods to help control your cholesterol and triglyceride levels. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET should be used with caution if you have kidney, liver or heart diseases, diabetes, lung problems, thyroid disease, alcohol use, muscle pain and brain disorders.

• GEMFIBROZIL
• FENOFIBRATE
• EZETIMIBE
• WARFARIN
• CLOPIDOGREL
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• FUSIDIC ACID
• RITONAVIR
• LOPINAVIR
• ATAZANAVIR
• OMBITASVIR
• PARITAPREVIR
• DASABUVIR
• VELPATASVIR
• GRAZOPREVIR
• ELBASVIR
• GLECAPREVIR
• PIBRENTASVIR
• REGORAFENIB
• CYCLOSPORINE
• FOSTAMATINIB

• Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET.
• Low cholesterol diet and regular exercise regime are found to complement treatment with ROSUCHEK D 10MG TABLET effectively. 
• Keep your cholesterol and triglyceride levels under control.
• Eat at regular intervals and maintain a healthy diet that includes fresh fruits, vegetables.
• High-fat meal should be avoided as it may further increase the risk of heart attack and instead eat heart-healthy foods.
• Limit alcohol intake since it raises blood pressure and increases the risk of heart diseases.
• Keep a check on your weight and exercise regularly to keep your heart healthy.
• Your doctor also guides you on noticing and managing the early symptoms of detecting heart diseases. 

• Close monitoring of your heart like the ECG test is required every month. 
• Lipid profile test consisting of HDL, LDL, TG, VLDL and TC is required every month to monitor cholesterol level. 

Hyperlipidaemia or dyslipidaemia: It occurs when there is an excess of harmful cholesterol (LDL) and a low level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the bloodstream. 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. Eating high-fat or high-cholesterol-containing food/drinks and genetic factors are the primary causes of high cholesterol.