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Rosumac 10 Tablets is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. It contains Rosuvastatin, which slows down cholesterol production in the body and decreases the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the arteries walls and block blood flow to brain, heart and other body parts. Thus, it lowers cholesterol and fats levels and helps to prevent stroke, heart disease and heart attack. It may cause side effects such as myalgia (muscle pain), asthenia (lack of energy), nausea, headache, abdominal pain, muscle pain, weakness, and daytime drowsiness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

ROSUVASTATIN-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Rosumac 10 Tablets

Rosumac 10 Tablets 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. 

Rosumac 10 Tablets works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Rosumac 10 Tablets increases the uptake and breakdown by the liver of cholesterol already in the blood. Thus, Rosumac 10 Tablets 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. Rosumac 10 Tablets 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 Rosumac 10 Tablets 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 Rosumac 10 Tablets 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 Rosumac 10 Tablets , tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, severe lung disease, or have musculoskeletal disorders (like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis). You should avoid taking Rosumac 10 Tablets with immune system affecting medicine (cyclosporine) or anti-HIV medicines (lopinavir, ritonavir, or atazanavir) as it might have a serious effect.

Uses of Rosumac 10 Tablets

Rosumac 10 Tablets is used in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), Prevention of heart attack, and Prevention of stroke.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. 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

Rosumac 10 Tablets lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary events like heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina). Rosumac 10 Tablets 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. Rosumac 10 Tablets plays a vital role in slowing atherosclerosis progress (blocked artery walls of the heart due to fat/lipid deposition leading to heart attack and stroke) in adult patients.

How Rosumac 10 Tablets Works

Rosumac 10 Tablets contains Rosuvastatin. It works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to produce less cholesterol. Rosumac 10 Tablets also increases the liver's uptake and breakdown of cholesterol already in the blood. Thus, Rosumac 10 Tablets lowers the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (like a low-fat diet) have failed. Rosumac 10 Tablets reduces bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol by blocking our body's production of bad cholesterol. It also improves the body's ability to remove it from the blood.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rosumac 10 Tablets

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Rosumac 10 Tablets

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Rosumac 10 Tablets as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

A prolonged intake of Rosumac 10 Tablets 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 Rosumac 10 Tablets and antacids like magnesium hydroxide and aluminium hydroxide. Increases in HbA1c and fasting glucose levels can be observed if a person regularly takes Rosumac 10 Tablets . 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 Rosumac 10 Tablets , as it might require dose adjustment. It is recommended that you should have a liver enzyme test regularly if you are regularly taking Rosumac 10 Tablets .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RosuvastatinSaquinavir
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RosuvastatinFenofibrate
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RosuvastatinSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Saquinavir and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's can increase the blood levels of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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 Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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.
RosuvastatinFenofibrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and Fenofibrate can increase the blood levels of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and Fenofibrate 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, 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.
RosuvastatinSimeprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Simeprevir and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's can increase the blood levels of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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 Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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.
RosuvastatinAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and amprenavir can increase the blood levels of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and Amprenavir 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.
RosuvastatinNicotinamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of Nicotinamide with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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 Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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.
RosuvastatinColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of colchicine and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's may increase the risk of conditions that affect your muscles and kidneys.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Colchicine with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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.
RosuvastatinAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and Atazanavir can increase the blood levels of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's and Atazanavir 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 Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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 Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's, 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.
RosuvastatinLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of leflunomide and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's can increase the risk of developing liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Leflunomide and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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.
RosuvastatinGemfibrozil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Gemfibrozil and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's may increase the risk or severity of side effects like muscle injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Gemfibrozil and Rosumac 10 Tablet 15's 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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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No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Rosumac 10 Tablets to avoid unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or sleepiness. It may also lead to a life-threatening condition like coma if taken with excessive alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Rosumac 10 Tablets can have some harmful effects on the baby (foetus), so your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Rosumac 10 Tablets is known to pass into the breast milk and may cause some degree of sedation in the baby. So, if you note any of the following signs in the baby let your doctor know about this.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Rosumac 10 Tablets does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Rosumac 10 Tablets to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Rosumac 10 Tablets to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Rosumac 10 Tablets can be prescribed in the children (aged 8 years or more) suffering from familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic disease resulting in high cholesterol) along with lipid-lowering pills and other dietary measures.

FAQs

Rosumac 10 Tablets is used for the treatment of Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), prevention of heart attack, and prevention of stroke.
Rosumac 10 Tablets works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. So, Rosumac 10 Tablets increases the uptake and breakdown by the liver of cholesterol already in the blood. Thus, Rosumac 10 Tablets 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.
No, Rosumac 10 Tablets should not be stopped even if you feel better as it lead to worsening of your condition. Please consult your doctor if you feel better and do as advised.
Rosumac 10 Tablets can cause liver damage in very rare cases, specially when alcohol is consumed along with Rosumac 10 Tablets . Caution should be taken in patients who have any underlining liver problem or history of any liver impairment and also inform your doctor before taking Rosumac 10 Tablets so that dose is adjusted accordingly.
It is unlikely that Rosumac 10 Tablets affects fertility in men or women. However, there is not enough evidence to say for sure. Rosumac 10 Tablets should be avoided if your pregnant or planning for pregnancy. For best advice, consult your doctor.
Yes, taking Rosumac 10 Tablets can cause muscle aches or pains especially if you feel unwell or have a fever. Also please tell your doctor if you have a muscle weakness that is constant.
Yes, Rosumac 10 Tablets can be taken at night or any other time with or without food. It is better to take it at fixed time.
Yes, Rosumac 10 Tablets can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Rosumac 10 Tablets . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.
Before starting a dose of Rosumac 10 Tablets , tell your doctor if you have liver/kidney problems, an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, severe lung disease, blood in your urine (haematuria), protein in your urine (proteinuria), or a musculoskeletal disorder (like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis). You should avoid taking Rosumac 10 Tablets with an immune system-affecting medicine (cyclosporine) or anti-HIV medicines (lopinavir, ritonavir, or atazanavir), as these might have serious effects.
Usually, it is not safe to take Rosumac 10 Tablets with fusidic acid as it may lead to muscle weakness, tenderness or pain. Please consult your doctor before taking Rosumac 10 Tablets along with fusidic acid.
Rosumac 10 Tablets reduces the risk of coronary events such as heart attacks, strokes, angina, or chest pain related to the heart. For patients who are more likely to experience these events, Rosumac 10 Tablets is helpful. In addition, it is prescribed in conjunction with lipid-lowering medications and other dietary measures for children (eight years of age or older) with familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic disease characterized by elevated cholesterol. In adult patients with atherosclerosis, blocked artery walls of the heart are caused by fat/lipid deposition that results in heart attacks and strokes. Rosumac 10 Tablets is essential in reducing the disease progression.
Rosumac 10 Tablets contains Rosuvastatin, an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statins) which helps lower bad cholesterol.
You are recommended to take Rosumac 10 Tablets for the duration prescribed by the physician. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.
There is no evidence that Rosumac 10 Tablets may cause weight gain. Consult the doctor if you notice weight gain during treatment with Rosumac 10 Tablets .
Rosumac 10 Tablets may lower the supply of energy to the muscle cells which could lead to tiredness. Please consult the doctor if experience tiredness whilst on treatment with Rosumac 10 Tablets .
You can normally eat while taking Rosumac 10 Tablets . However, to prevent high cholesterol, avoid high-fat or high-cholesterol-containing foods such as fatty meat, processed food and fried food. Instead, choose a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Also, follow diet and exercises as recommended by the doctor.
Rosumac 10 Tablets might cause memory loss in some cases. This is usually rare and might disappear after discontinuation. However, consult the doctor if you experience any signs of memory loss.
Rosumac 10 Tablets may cause side effects such as muscle problems, including muscle breakdown, which might be serious in some people and rarely cause kidney damage. Therefore, seek immediate medical attention if you experience unexplained muscle pain, weakness or tenderness, especially if you have a fever or feel more tired than usual while taking Rosumac 10 Tablets . The chances of getting muscle problems are higher if you are taking certain other medicines along with Rosumac 10 Tablets , are 65 years or older, have thyroid or kidney problems, or are taking higher doses of rosuvastatin.
To know if Rosumac 10 Tablets is beneficial to you, you can take a lipid profile test. This test helps measure the amount of cholesterol/fat levels in the body. A decrease in cholesterol levels may indicate that Rosumac 10 Tablets is beneficial to you. However, it might take more than a few weeks to notice a difference in cholesterol levels.
Few studies indicate that Rosumac 10 Tablets may increase blood sugar levels because it can stop the body’s insulin from working well. This might increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Inform the doctor if you are diabetic; the doctor might monitor your condition regularly.
Rosumac 10 Tablets can be taken irrespective of food.
Rosumac 10 Tablets may cause side effects such as nausea, weakness, headache, abdominal pain, lack of energy, and muscle aches. Consult the doctor if the side effects become bothersome.
Before stating Rosumac 10 Tablets , inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of its components, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have any other medical conditions or are taking other medicines.
Certain medicines when taken with Rosumac 10 Tablets may increase skeletal muscle effects. Therefore, consult the doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Rosumac 10 Tablets . The doctor may adjust the dose if needed.
No, do not crush or chew Rosumac 10 Tablets . Swallow it as a whole with water.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
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