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THE TRUTH ABOUT CRESTOR SIDE-EFFECTS: MUSCLE ACHES, DIABETES AND MEMORY LOSS

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Rosuvastatin is a type of Statin drug that works by reducing the amount of blood cholesterol produced in the liver. Rosuvastatin isn't suitable for everyone and we will discuss who should and who should not take Rosuvastatin, the potential side-effects in some people and the most commonly asked questions in my clinic.

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Clinical Data:

The New England Journal of Medicine Article (SATURN Trial):
https://www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/1....0.1056/NEJMoa1110874

FDA Drug Safety Communication:
https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug....-safety-and-availabi

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:50 What is Rosuvastatin?
01:30 What is Cholesterol?
02:41 How does it work?
03:18 How long does it take to work?
03:50 What is the correct dose?
04:39 How do you take it?
05:01 Is there any food or drink you should avoid?
05:14 Can you drink alcohol?
05:27 Does it interact with any other medicines?
06:43 Who may or may not be able to take Rosuvastatin?
07:35 What are the common side-effects?
07:58 What are the serious side-effects?
09:24 What is the difference between Atorvastatin and Rosuvastatin?
10:38 Are my muscle aches being caused by Rosuvastatin?
11:05 Taking rosuvastatin will increase the risk of Diabetes?
11:48 Can Rosuvastatin cause memory loss?

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*ABOUT THIS VIDEO*
This video explains how Rosuvastatin (CRESTOR) belongs to a a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins." Rosuvastatin is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).
Rosuvastatin is used in adults to slow the progression of atherosclerosis (a build-up of plaque in blood vessels that can block blood flow). It is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and certain other heart complications in men and women who have coronary heart disease or other risk factors.
This video also explains how to take Rosuvastatin, as it can be taken as a single dose at any time of day, with or without food. Choose a time of day that will work best for you, and then take the medicine at the same time each day.
In addition the video explains, who may or may not be able to take it, which medications can interact with Rosuvastatin, and common side effects and serious side effects.


Disclaimer: The videos posted will be for general informational purposes only. They should not be used to self-diagnose or a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. You should not make any changes to your health regimen or diet before first consulting a doctor.

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