Rosuvastatin

Cardiology

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.

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