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Rosuvas Hasan 5 drug with an ingredient of rosuvastatin is used in the treatment of primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia, homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. So what are the uses of Rosuvas Hasan 5?
1. What is Rosuvas Hasan 5 drug?
Rosuvas Hasan 5 What is the drug? Rosuvas Hasan 5 belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs with the main ingredient being rosuvastatin with the strength of 5mg. It is a selective and competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase, the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A to mevalonate, a cholesterol precursor. Therefore, rosuvastatin has been shown to be effective in adults with hypercholesterolemia, with or without hypertriglyceridemia, regardless of gender or age.
2. Indications and contraindications to the drug Rosuvas Hasan 5
2.1 Indications for use of the drug Rosuvas Hasan 5 The indications for the use of the drug Rosuvas Hasan 5 include:
Primary hypercholesterolemia including heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. Mixed dyslipidemia Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia Besides the above uses, Rosuvas Hasan 5 medicine may also be used to treat some other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, before taking the drug, consult your doctor for advice and effective use of the drug.
2.2 Contraindication to the use of Rosuvas Hasan 5 The use of Rosuvas Hasan 5 is contraindicated in the following cases:
Hypersensitivity to any component of the drug Development of liver disease including persistent elevation of serum transaminases does not occur. clear cause, and transaminases increased to 3 times the upper limit of normal. Severe renal failure Myopathy Patients taking cyclosporin Pregnant and lactating women
3. How to use and dosage of Rosuvas Hasan 5
Rosuvas Hasan 5 is made in the form of tablets, so it can be used on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach. You should take the medicine with a full glass of water to avoid stomach irritation. Before starting treatment, patients need to follow a standard cholesterol-lowering diet and continue to maintain it during treatment. Dosage of Rosuvas Hasan 5 will depend on the patient's medical condition and age.
Dosage: The recommended starting dose is 10mg/day, which can be increased to 20mg after 4 weeks. The dose increase to 40 mg should only be applied to patients with severe hypercholesterolemia at high risk of cardiovascular disease, especially those with familial hypercholesterolemia who have not achieved the therapeutic target at 20 mg.
Use Rosuvas Hasan 5 medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. To use the drug safely, take Rosuvas Hasan 5 exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use it more often, smaller or longer than prescribed. Absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time or arbitrarily increase the dose of the drug. Because this not only makes the condition worse, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.
4. Undesirable effects when using Rosuvas Hasan 5
Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Rosuvas Hasan 5 include:
Headache Dizziness Constipation Nausea Abdominal pain Itching Rash Urticaria Myopathy or rhabdomyolysis Body weakness Before When prescribing drugs, doctors always weigh the benefits and effectiveness of Rosuvas Hasan 5 more than the risk of side effects. However, some cases when using Rosuvas Hasan 5 may still occur unwanted effects. Therefore, when there are unusual signs after taking the drug, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, swelling, rash or itching of the face, throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the medical staff for immediate intervention.
5. Some notes when using Rosuvas Hasan 5
Some notes when using Rosuvas Hasan 5 medicine include:
Inform your doctor about a history of allergy to Rosuvas Hasan 5 or any other allergies. Rosuvas Hasan 5 may contain ingredients that are inactive and could cause allergic reactions or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, dyes or preservatives. In children, safety and efficacy are well studied, and therefore limited to children > 8 years of age with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. For patients with renal impairment, no dose adjustment is required in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment. Rosuvas Hasan 5 is contraindicated in patients with severe renal failure. For patients with hepatic impairment, consideration should be given to assessment of liver function and renal function. Especially do not use the drug for patients with developed liver disease. In addition, caution should be exercised in patients with rhabdomyolysis factors such as renal failure, hypothyroidism, history of muscle toxicity due to other HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, alcoholism, patients over 70 years of age, conditions causing increased drug levels in the blood, the patient has a personal or family history of hereditary muscle disease. Stop treatment with Rosuvas Hasan 5 if CK>5 xULN or severe muscle symptoms. The drug should not be used in the presence of sepsis, hypotension, major surgery, trauma, endocrinology, severe metabolism, and electrolyte disturbances.
6. Management of missed dose and overdose Rosuvas Hasan 5
6.1. Missed dose If you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled. Do not arbitrarily use the drug twice the dose more than the treatment regimen.
6.2. Overdosage Using an overdose of Rosuvas Hasan 5 can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weakness,... Therefore, when using an overdose, the patient needs to stop using the drug. and go to medical facilities to check and receive the necessary advice and support.
7. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can reduce the effect of Rosuvas Hasan 5, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent without your doctor's consent.
Store Rosuvas Hasan 5 at room temperature, away from light and away from moisture. Do not store Rosuvas Hasan 5 in a humid place or in the freezer. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read the instructions for storing Rosuvas Hasan 5 on the package carefully, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Rosuvas Hasan 5 out of the reach of children and family pets.
In summary, Rosuvas Hasan 5 belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs with rosuvastatin active ingredient in the treatment of primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia, homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. However, Rosuvas Hasan 5 can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicines you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects and at the same time increase effective for treatment.
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