CRESTOR ROSUVASTATIN 20 MG 30 TABS

Rosuvastatin is used along with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase blood levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL). , for its acronym in English), and to reduce triglycerides (a type of fat in your blood). Rosuvastatin is also used to treat inherited types of high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia): The heterozygous type (inherited from one parent) and the homozygous type (inherited from both parents). In the heterozygous type, rosuvastatin can be used in children at least 8 years of age. In the homozygous type, rosuvastatin can be used in children at least 7 years of age. Brand name Rosuvastatin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.