Rosuvastatin Tablets 5mg”DSEP” [Class 1 Drugs]

The most commonly reported adverse reactions include muscle pain, itch, rash and hives. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.

• pain in muscle, muscle weakness, lassitude[rhabdomyolysis, myopathy, immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy]
• loss of appetite, general dullness, yellowing of the skin/eyes[hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice]
• nose bleeding, bleeding from gum, bruising[thrombocytopenia]
• angioedema (swollen face/lips/eyelids), rash, itch, decreased consciousness[hypersensitivity]
• fever, cough, respiratory distress[interstitial pneumonitis]
• loss of sensation, numbness, weakness in the limbs[peripheral neuropathy]
• fever, rash, blister, large areas of skin become red[erythema multiforme]
• heavy feeling of eyelids, drooping of upper eyelid, double vision, muscle fatigue, difficulty in swallowing food[myasthenia gravis]

The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.

• Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is ((        to be written by a healthcare professional))
• In general, for adults, start taking 2.5 mg as rosuvastatin at a time, once a day. If you need to reduce LDL-cholesterol level promptly, your doctor may prescribe 1 tablet (5 mg) at a time, as an initial dose. The dosage may be adjusted according to your age and symptoms. If it does not show enough efficacy after 4 weeks from the start, you may take higher dose and the dosage can be increased up to 4 tablets (20 mg) a day. This product contains 5 mg per tablet. Strictly follow the instructions.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. You should never take two doses at one time.
• If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
• Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.

• If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods.
  If you have: liver disease or renal disease.
• If you are pregnant, possibly pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

• Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature (1 to 30 degrees Celsius) away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Discard the remainder. Do not store them. If you do not know how to discard, seek advice of your pharmacy or medical institution. Do not give the unused medicines to others.