Zivast 5MG Tab

Composition

Rosuvastatin 5 mg (as rosuvastatin calcium) tablet

Uses of Zivast 5MG Tab

High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), mixed dyslipidemia, high triglycerides, prevention of cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke) in at-risk patients

• •Lowers LDL cholesterol
• •Reduces triglycerides
• •Helps prevent heart attack and stroke in high-risk patients
• •Slows progression of atherosclerosis

How it works

Rosuvastatin is a statin that inhibits HMG‑CoA reductase, the key enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the liver. This lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides and can modestly raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol, reducing atherosclerotic risk.

Directions for use

Take as directed by a doctor, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow tablet whole with water; continue diet and exercise along with therapy. Do not stop on your own; periodic lipid and liver tests may be advised.

Side effects

Common side effects of Zivast 5MG Tab may include:

• •Headache
• •nausea
• •abdominal pain
• •constipation
• •muscle pain (myalgia)
• •weakness
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