Generic
Rosuvastatin Calcium
4 brands available in the market
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| Brand | Company | Form | Price/unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolip 5 Sprinkle5mg | Renata Limited | Capsule | ৳ 12.50 |
| Rolip 10 Sprinkle10mg | Renata Limited | Capsule | ৳ 24.50 |
| Rolip 20 Sprinkle20mg | Renata Limited | Capsule | ৳ 30.50 |
| Rolip 40 Sprinkle40mg | Renata Limited | Capsule | ৳ 50.50 |
At a glance
Rosuvastatin Calcium — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Indications
Used to lower high cholesterol, mixed dyslipidaemia and high triglycerides, and to prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Therapeutic class
Lipid-lowering agent (statin)
Pharmacological class
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
Mechanism of action
Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, the key enzyme of hepatic cholesterol synthesis, upregulating LDL receptors and lowering 'bad' LDL cholesterol.
Dosage
Usually 5–20 mg once daily; maximum 40 mg (specialist use only). Typically start at 5–10 mg. Asian patients should start at a lower dose.
Administration
Once daily, any time of day, with or without food.
Missed dose
Take when remembered; skip if the next dose is near.
Side effects
Muscle pain, headache, nausea, raised liver enzymes; rarely rhabdomyolysis.
Precautions & warnings
Monitor liver tests and muscle symptoms; caution in hypothyroidism and heavy alcohol use.
Contraindications
Active liver disease, pregnancy, breastfeeding, myopathy.
Drug interactions
Ciclosporin, gemfibrozil, some antivirals, warfarin (INR), antacids.
Food interactions
No significant food interaction; avoid excess alcohol.
Use in pregnancy
Contraindicated in pregnancy (Category X).
Pregnancy Category: X — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Contraindicated during breastfeeding.
Overdose effects
No specific antidote; treat supportively.
Storage conditions
Store below 30°C, in a dry place.
Common questions
Q: When should I take it? A: Once daily, any time. Q: What if I get muscle pain? A: Report severe or unexplained muscle pain to your doctor promptly.