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Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Rosuvastatin (20mg)
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹208₹20.76 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Rosuvastatin (20mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹208 (₹20.76 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: PFICUS DEMED
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Rosucus 20 mg Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet contains Rosuvastatin (20mg). It belongs to the Statin / lipid modifier class of medicines.
Uses of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Key benefits
- Proven to reduce heart attacks and strokes
- Usually taken once a day
- Benefit continues for as long as you take it
How Rosucus 20 mg Tablet works
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL).
How to take Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or without food, usually in the evening. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine is unlikely to cause immediate harm but may increase the risk of muscle and liver injury. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Rosucus are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Headache Stomach pain Constipation Feeling sick Muscle pain Weakness Dizziness Increased glucose level in blood
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Alcohol | Taking alcohol with Rosuvastatin increases the chances of liver dysfunction. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Rosucus 20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Use of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. |
| Liver | Rosucus 20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Use of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness — especially with fever or dark urine — without waiting for your next appointment. Your doctor will check your liver with a blood test before starting and from time to time afterwards. Cholesterol medicines work silently; you will not feel their benefit, and that is not a reason to stop. Tell your doctor if you develop new or worsening diabetes symptoms.
Do not take Rosucus if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Not for people with active liver disease.
Interactions with other medicines
Grapefruit juice raises the level of some statins — avoid it. Certain antibiotics, antifungals and fibrates increase the risk of muscle damage when combined.
How to store Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Continue your diet, exercise and, above all, stopping smoking — the medicine adds to these, not replaces them. Get your lipid profile repeated as your doctor advises.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- PFICUS DEMED
- Therapeutic class:
- Lipid-lowering agent
- Drug class:
- Statin / lipid modifier
Substitutes for Rosucus 20 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Rosuvastatin (20mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Rosucus 20 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosys 10 mg TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹63 | 70% cheaper |
| Rosuson-20 TabletUNISON PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹80 | 61% cheaper |
| Rosuvotin 20 mg TabletLIVIDUS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD.` | tablet · 10`S | ₹128 | 38% cheaper |
| Azuvas 20 TabletAZKKA PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹159 | 23% cheaper |
| Roztor 20 TabletOWSHADH PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹176 | 15% cheaper |
| Rosunex-20 mg TabletMEDI DOT IN PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹185 | 11% cheaper |
| Fortius 20 mg TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹207 | same price |
| Rosuless 20 mg TabletCorona Remedies Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹211 | 2% more |
| Lipirose 20MANKIND (PHARMA) | 10`S | ₹226 | 9% more |
| Roliptin 20 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹230 | 11% more |
| Cardirose 20 mg TabletHBC LIFESCEINCE PVT LTD | tablet · 15`S | ₹288 | 39% more |
| Lipigo 20 mg TabletMerck Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹309 | 49% more |
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Rosucus 20 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Rosucus 20 mg Tablet used for?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of heart attack and stroke. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet contains Rosuvastatin (20mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Rosucus 20 mg Tablet work?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin).
Is Rosucus 20 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Rosucus are Headache
Stomach pain
Constipation
Feeling sick
Muscle pain
Weakness
Dizziness
Increased glucose level in blood. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Rosucus 20 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Rosucus.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
Taking alcohol with Rosuvastatin increases the chances of liver dysfunction.
What if I miss a dose of Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Rosucus 20 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
Rosys 10 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹63 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Rosucus 20 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet starts at ₹208 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Rosucus 20 mg Tablet?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is manufactured by PFICUS DEMED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Rosucus 20 mg Tablet delivered?
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Rosucus 20 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Rosuvastatin (20mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹208 (₹20.76 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- PFICUS DEMED
- Manufacturer
- PFICUS DEMED
- Therapeutic class
- Lipid-lowering agent
- Drug class
- Statin / lipid modifier
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Rosucus 20 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Rosucus 20 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.