Cardiology · High-potency statin
Rosuvastatin
Dose
5–40 mg OD.
Dose adjustment
CrCl <30: max 10 mg; Asian ethnicity: start 5 mg
Use
Most potent statin; consider if intolerant to atorvastatin.
Monitoring
LFT, CK, lipid panel, HbA1c.
Side effects
- • Myalgia
- • Proteinuria (dose-related)
- • GI upset
Related in WardRound
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
