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Crestor (rosuvastatin) Disease Interactions

There are 5 disease interactions with Crestor (rosuvastatin):

Major

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (applies to Crestor) rhabdomyolysis

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Myopathy, Myoneural Disorder, Hypothyroidism, Renal Dysfunction

Severe myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis with acute renal failure secondary to myoglobinuria, has been reported rarely with the use of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. The myopathy may be dose-related and is characterized by muscle aches and/or weakness in conjunction with increases in creatine phosphokinase (CPK) values exceeding 10 times the upper limit of normal. Therapy with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting myopathy, in those with predisposing factors for myopathy or with a history of myoneural disorder, since it may delay the recognition or confound the diagnosis of a drug-induced musculoskeletal effect. Patients should be advised to report promptly any unusual muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever. Periodic CPK determinations may be considered in some patients, although the value of such monitoring is uncertain. HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor therapy should be withdrawn if markedly elevated CPK levels occur or if drug-related myopathy is diagnosed or suspected.

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Moderate

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (applies to Crestor) cognitive impairment

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: CNS Disorder

Cognitive impairment (e.g., memory loss, forgetfulness, amnesia, memory impairment, confusion) have been observed in patients receiving statins. The reports are usually not serious, and reversible upon statin discontinuation. Caution is recommended when using these agents in patients with cognitive impairment.

Moderate

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (applies to Crestor) diabetes

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Diabetes Mellitus

Increases in HbA1c and fasting serum glucose levels have been reported with the use of certain HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Caution should be exercised when using these agents in diabetic patients and close monitoring is recommended.

Moderate

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (applies to Crestor) renal disease

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Renal Dysfunction

Some HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors such as fluvastatin, have not been studied in patients with severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease. Some others such as pitavastatin and simvastatin, require a dose reduction when used in this group of patients. Caution and close monitoring is advised when using these drugs in patients with renal impairment.

Moderate

Rosuvastatin (applies to Crestor) hematuria/proteinuria

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.

An association between rosuvastatin and the development of proteinuria and microscopic hematuria was observed among treated patients during clinical trials. Patients with unexplained persistent proteinuria and/or hematuria during routine urinalysis testing should be instructed to reduce the dose of rosuvastatin according to clinical standards. Therapy with rosuvastatin should be administered cautiously in patients showing abnormal urinalysis. Monitoring for proteinuria and hematuria is recommended.

Crestor (rosuvastatin) drug interactions

There are 190 drug interactions with Crestor (rosuvastatin)

Crestor (rosuvastatin) alcohol/food interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Crestor (rosuvastatin)

Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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