Rovator 5 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 12.50 (3 x 10: ৳ 375.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 125.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Rosuvastatin calcium
Company Nipro jmi pharma ltd
Also available as
Rovator 10 mg tablet

Title

Rovator 5 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Cholesterol-lowering Medication
  • Statins
  • Pediatric Hyperlipidemia Treatment

Description

Rovator 5 mg Tablet is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor drug which is helpful in lowering the cholesterol level and triglycerides in the body.

Indications

  • Treatment of primary hyperlipidemia
  • Treatment of mixed dyslipidemia
  • Adjunct to diet for reducing elevated total-C, LDL-C, ApoB, non HDL-C and TG levels
  • Increasing HDL-C levels
  • Adjunct to diet for patients with hypertriglyceredemia
  • Treatment of primary dysbetalipoproteinemia
  • Treatment of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)
  • Slowing the progression of atherosclerosis
  • Pediatric treatment of heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
  • Risk reduction of Myocardial Infarction (MI), stroke, and arterial revascularization procedures in high-risk patients

Pharmacology

Selective and competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase, which increases hepatic LDL receptors and inhibits hepatic synthesis of VLDL.

Dosage and administration

  • Usual dose range of 5-20 mg/day
  • Maximum recommended dose is 20 mg/day
  • Special dosing considerations for pediatric patients, very high cholesterol and high risk of MI or stroke, homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, Asian patients, and patients with severe renal impairment

Interaction

  • Cyclosporine increases exposure, dose limitation to 5 mg once daily
  • Gemfibrosil combination should be avoided, dose limitation to 10 mg once daily if used together
  • Lopinavir/Ritonavir or atazanavir/ritonavir increases exposure, dose limitation to 10 mg once daily
  • Coumarin anticoagulants combination prolongs international normalized ratio (INR)
  • Concomitant lipid-lowering therapies may increase risk of skeletal muscle effects

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to product components
  • Liver disease
  • Pregnant women and women who may become pregnant
  • Nursing mothers

Side effects

  • Headache
  • Myalgia
  • Constipation
  • Asthenia
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea

Pregnancy and lactation

  • Should be administered to women of childbearing age only when conception is highly unlikely
  • Discontinue immediately if pregnancy occurs
  • Not known whether excreted in human milk

Precautions and warnings

  • Prescribed with caution in patients with predisposing factors for myopathy
  • Increased risk of myopathy with concurrent administration of certain lipid-lowering therapies
  • Temporary withholding in patients with acute, serious conditions suggestive of myopathy or predisposing to renal failure
  • Liver enzyme tests recommended before initiation of therapy and periodically thereafter

Overdose effects

No specific treatment, symptomatic treatment and supportive measures instituted as required

Therapeutic class

  • Other Anti-anginal & Anti-ischemic drugs
  • Statins

Storage conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature, protected from light and moisture, keep out of the reach of children

Chemical structure

  • Molecular formula: C22H28FN3O6S
  • Chemical structure image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-970-rosuvastatin-calcium-chemical-structure-UjXgzBvpDHiLnIP3gZua.svg

Commonly asked questions

  • What is Rovator 5 mg Tablet?: Rovator 5 mg Tablet is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor drug which is helpful in lowering the cholesterol level and triglycerides in the body.
  • What are the uses of Rovator 5 mg Tablet?: Rovator 5 mg Tablet is useful against the conditions like Hyperlipidemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Type 3 Hyperlipoproteinemia and Stroke.
  • What are the side effects of Rovator 5 mg Tablet?: Side effects of Rovator 5 mg Tablet include Muscle pain, Weakness, Headache and Abdominal pain.
  • For how long should I take Rovator 5 mg Tablet?: Rovator 5 mg Tablet should be taken till you see improvement in your medical condition. Follow your doctor's instructions to know the duration for Rovator 5 mg Tablet.
  • Does Rovator 5 mg Tablet cause weight gain?: Weight gain is a very rare side effect of Rovator 5 mg Tablet. This medication does not lead to weight gain and in case you are observing this symptom, please consult a doctor for diagnosis.
  • Does Rovator 5 mg Tablet make you tired?: Tiredness and fatigue is a common side effect of Rovator 5 mg Tablet however, the exact reason behind it is still not known. Consult a doctor if it persists for a longer duration of time.
  • Should Rovator 5 mg Tablet be taken at night?: Rovator 5 mg Tablet is not mandatory to take Rovator 5 mg Tablet at night. You can take it in the morning too, however, it should be consumed once a day only. Ideally, you must follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage.
  • What foods should be avoided when taking Rovator 5 mg Tablet?: Avoid eating junk food and foods that are high in calories as they can increase the cholesterol levels. You must eat only a low-cholesterol diet during the course of Rovator 5 mg Tablet treatment.
  • How do I know whether Rovator 5 mg Tablet is beneficial for me or not?: If you start noticing improvement in your condition, then Rovator 5 mg Tablet is beneficial for you. In case, you do not see any positive effects of Rovator 5 mg Tablet or experience adverse side effects after consuming this medicine, then consult a doctor to know a safer substitute of Rovator 5 mg Tablet.
  • Can Rovator 5 mg Tablet cause memory loss?: Memory loss is a very unusual side effect that can occur. If this symptom occurs, stop taking this medicine and consult a doctor immediately.
  • Is it true that Rovator 5 mg Tablet can cause diabetes?: This medicine does not cause diabetes, however, if you already are at higher risk of having this disorder, then this medicine can enhance the risk factor by increasing the blood sugar levels. In such a case, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is mandatory.
  • Can I take alcohol with Rovator 5 mg Tablet?: Do not take alcohol during the course of treatment with this medicine as it can increase the risk of having liver problems. Also, alcohol can increase the levels of triglyceride levels in the body.
  • Can Rovator 5 mg Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?: Muscle pain or any other problem associated with muscles is the most common side effect of this medicine. Consult your doctor if this side effect is causing discomfort in doing day to day activities.
  • Quick Tips:
    • Rovator 5 mg Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
    • In general, Rovator 5 mg Tablet is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
    • Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
    • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
    • Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Rovator 5 mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
    • Do not take Rovator 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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