High Cholesterol, Plaque Buildup, and Your Arteries

The information on this Web site should not take the place of talking with your doctor or health care professional about how to manage and treat your high cholesterol. If you have any questions about your cholesterol or how it may contribute to the slow buildup of plaque in the arteries over time, a disease called atherosclerosis, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You should also talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you would like more information about CRESTOR or managing high cholesterol.

In adults, CRESTOR is prescribed along with diet for lowering high cholesterol. CRESTOR is also prescribed along with diet to slow the progression of atherosclerosis (the buildup of plaque in arteries) as part of a treatment plan to lower cholesterol to goal. CRESTOR has not been approved to prevent heart disease, heart attacks, or strokes.

Important Safety Information about CRESTOR

• CRESTOR is not right for everyone, including anyone who has previously had an allergic reaction to CRESTOR, anyone with liver problems, or women who are nursing, pregnant, or who may become pregnant
• Your doctor will do blood tests before and during treatment with CRESTOR to monitor your liver function
• Unexplained muscle pain and weakness could be a sign of a rare but serious side effect and should be reported to your doctor right away
• The 40-mg dose of CRESTOR is only for patients who do not reach goal on 20 mg
• Be sure to tell your doctor if you are taking any medications
• Side effects: The most common side effects are headache, muscle aches, abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea

Talk to your doctor about prescription CRESTOR.

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