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Therapeutic Class:

High Cholesterol

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Rx

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Oral tablet

ROSUVASTATIN (roe SOO va sta tin) is known as a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor or ''statin''. It lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. This drug may also reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or other health problems in patients with risk factors for heart disease. Diet and lifestyle changes are often used with this drug.