General Info:

Most of the cholesterol in our blood is made within our bodies, by the liver. And that's where CRESTOR (Rosuvastatin calcium) comes in. CRESTOR works by blocking an enzyme in the liver. It reduces the amount of bad cholesterol produced by the liver and raises the good cholesterol. Along with diet, CRESTOR can also slow the progression of buildup of plaque in the arteries over time, as part of a treatment plan in adults to lower cholesterol to goal.

By limiting cholesterol production, CRESTOR (Rosuvastatin calcium) lowers the amount of total cholesterol that ends up in the bloodstream. CRESTOR can lower bad cholesterol up to 52% (at the 10-mg dose versus 7% with placebo). It can also increase the amount of good cholesterol in the blood by up to 14% (at the 10-mg dose versus 3% with placebo). Of course, your results may vary.

In rare cases, Crestor (Rosuvastatin calcium) can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. This condition can lead to kidney failure, and may be more likely to occur in older adults and in people of Asian descent who take Crestor.

It is important to use Crestor (Rosuvastatin calcium) regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.