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Rosuvastatin (Crestor) (cont.)

What Are Some Possible Side Effects of Crestor?

This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Crestor. Your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects. The package insert is available at the link below.

Statins are well tolerated, and serious side effects (liver problems and muscle soreness, pain, and weakness) are rare. The more common side effects of Crestor are usually mild and may go away:

Call your doctor immediately if any of the following more serious side effects occur.
  • Muscle weakness, tenderness, or pain


  • Nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain


  • Brown or dark urine


  • Tiredness


  • Yellowness of the skin and whites of the eyes


  • Neuropathy (numbness and tingling) affecting the hands, arms, feet, and legs

For more detailed information about Crestor, ask your health care provider or pharmacist and see Crestor’s approved patient and label information.



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