ROZTAC-40

About this Product

Rosuvastatin 40 mg is a high-intensity statin used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

What it does
Lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol
Modestly raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol
Lowers triglycerides
Helps prevent cardiovascular events (especially in high-risk patients)
Is 40 mg a high dose?

Yes. 40 mg is the maximum standard dose and is considered high-intensity therapy, typically used when:

LDL is very high
There’s known heart disease (e.g., prior heart attack)
Lower doses didn’t work enough
How to take it
Usually once daily, with or without food
Take at the same time each day
Follow your doctor’s instructions closely
Common side effects
Muscle aches or weakness
Headache
Nausea or stomach discomfort
Serious (but rare) side effects

Seek medical help if you notice:

Severe muscle pain or dark urine (possible muscle breakdown)
Yellowing of skin/eyes (liver issues)
Important precautions
Avoid excessive alcohol
Tell your doctor about:
Liver disease
Kidney problems
Other medications (some can interact)