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Yes. You can buy Crestor at euroClinix in order to reduce cholesterol levels after you fill in an online consultation to be reviewed by one of our doctors. If your order is approved, you will then be issued a prescription and one of our registered pharmacies will dispatch the medication to you within 24 hours at no extra cost.
Whilst using this medication, it advised that you avoid using antacid without doctor's advice. Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb Crestor.
This medicine will work to its optimum if you avoid eating foods that are high in fat or cholesterol. This medication will not be as effective at lowering your cholesterol if you do not follow a cholesterol-lowering diet plan.
Crestor is prescribed to people that have high cholesterol levels in their blood and are not responding to lifestyle changes enough to lower them enough. Crestor is a brand of statin medication used to effectively treat high cholesterol.
Cholesterol is needed by the body and processed by the liver, but if the blood contains too much of it deposits begin to form on the artery walls. At a 10mg dose Crestor is able to reduce the production of cholesterol in the liver by more than half when accompanied by a healthy lifestyle. It can also stop atherosclerosis progressing.
Crestor treatment for high cholesterol is available to buy online at euroClinix after filling in a short free online consultation form. The form will then be looked at by a qualified doctor and once agreed that the medication is right for you be dispatched out to your address the same day if you order before 4:30pm. Our free delivery service will deliver your medication the next day.
Statins work by reducing the LDL levels in the blood and raising HLD (good cholesterol). They can also be used to reduce triglycerides. In reducing bad cholesterol Crestor can stop plaque building up in the blood vessels and arteries. When plaque builds up it affects the way that blood flows around the body and can lead to coronary problems or stroke if left untreated. It also help remove the amount of cholesterol that is currently circulating in the blood to bring high blood cholesterol levels down.
Crestor tablets can be purchased at euroClinix in three different doses which are 5, 10, 20 or 40mg. there is one pack size available containing 84 tablets.
As with all prescription medications some people do experience side effects. Most people will find that the side effects disappear once their body gets used to the new medication or dose if they need to increase it. The following side effects have been recorded with the use of Crestor with differing frequency:
Headaches and dizziness may occur when taking Crestor.
GastricAbdominal pain may occur, but it is rare for this pain to be severe. Feelings of nausea and general sickness are more common. Constipation may also occur.
SkinSkin reactions are uncommon but may include a rash or itching.
MuscularMuscle pain may occur but this is usually only a mild discomfort. Muscle damage is very rare.
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Jaundice | |||||
Hepatitis | |||||
Urine in blood | |||||
Damage to the nerves of your legs and arms (such as numbness) | |||||
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Loss of memory | |||||
Breast enlargement in men | |||||
Diarrhoea | |||||
Blistering of the skin, mouth, eyes and genitals known as Stevens-Johnson syndrome | |||||
Cough | |||||
Swelling | |||||
Sleep disturbances | |||||
Sexual problems |
If you notice any of the rare side effects, you should discontinue use and seek medical advice from your doctor as soon as possible.
Crestor treatment for high cholesterol is suitable for most people, however certain conditions should be taken into account before ordering. You should be cautious taking Crestor if you:
You should not take Crestor tablets if you:
Note: You must complete a short online consultation so that our doctor can ensure that the treatment is suitable for you. The above pricing should only be used as a reference. The final decision to issue this treatment lies with the prescribing doctor.
Product name | Crestor |
Active ingredient(s) | Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Manufacturer | AstraZeneca |
Trustpilot rating | 5/5 |
Trustpilot reviews | 2 |
Availability | Out of stock |
Description | Crestor is a statin that is clinically proven to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications |
Exemption | Subject to medical prescription |
Administration | Oral |
Presentation | Tablets |
Available dosage | 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg |
Application | Men and women over 18 with high cholesterol |
Usage | Take 1 tablet a day before bed |
Drug class | HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor |
Alcohol consumption | Avoid alcohol consumption |
When breastfeeding | Not recommended, ask your doctor for alternatives |
When pregnant | Not recommended, ask your doctor for alternatives |
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