Rosuvastatin, a statin drug that lowers the blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase was approved by the FDA for treatment of the following:

• high triglycerides levels
• high cholesterol levels
• high LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) levels

Rosuvastatin is used in over 150 countries and is sold under different brand names. New researches show that this drug could also be useful in treatment of cardiovascular diseases.

New Indication for Rosuvastatin are approved

Latest studies show that Rosuvastatin can reduce the chances of heart attack, stroke, and other vascular complications in patients with elevated C-reactive protein but no other risk factors.

The FDA finally approved Rosuvastatin in 2010, after it was proved that Rosuvastatin can reduce the chances of stroke and heart attack, and is also viable in treatment of vasoconstriction in patients, who do not have a heart disease.

The new indication mean that Rosuvastatin can be used for treatment of elderly, who have an elevated high-sensitivity C-reactive protein level (in excess of 2 mg/L), and presence of at least one additional cardiovascular risk factor, such as low HDL-C, high blood pressure, smoking, or a family history of heart disease at young age.

Side-effects of Rosuvastatin

Rosuvastatin has various side-effects, some of which are serious. Mentioned below are some side-effects of this drug:

• Pancreatitis
• Muscle pain
• Joint pain
• Fatigue
•  Unexplained changes in the amount of urine you produce
• Urinary tract infection
• Dyspepsia
• Diarrhea
• Sore throat
• Headache
• Memory loss
• Swelling in feet or hands

If you are using this drug and face any of the above symptoms, it will be best if you consult your doctor.

Natural health remedies for lowering cholesterol

Allopathic medications in general come with a baggage of side-effects, which can range from mild to severe. That is the reason why today, more and more people are moving towards Naturopathy for treatment of various health ailments.

Researches show that natural health remedies, such as eating a balanced diet, regular exercise, and making positive changes in the lifestyle help immensely in lowering blood pressure and prevention of various heart diseases.

Natural health remedies for high cholesterol are safe, effective, and free from side-effects. If you wish to learn more about how to lower cholesterol naturally, check out our cholesterol guide.

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