Statins may cause side effects such as muscle pain, digestive upset and
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Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: More
weakness
Rosuvastatin is effective at lowering cholesterol; however, its use may be limited by side effects such as muscle pain
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention
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runny or stuffy nose
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine
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pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
Rosuvastatin, sold under the brand name Crestor among others, is a statin medication, used to prevent cardiovascular disease in those at high risk and treat abnormal lipids
Common rosuvastatin side-effects (these affect fewer than 1 in 10 people) If you feel short of breath or develop an unexplained cough
Chronic cough as a complication of treatment with statins: a case report
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
High cholesterol
passing gas
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and males
If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional
unusual tiredness or weakness
pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
unusual bleeding or bruising
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention
pounding heartbeat