Common Questions about Rosuvastatin Calcium (Crestor)

What is the best time to take rosuvastatin?

You can take rosuvastatin at any time of the day, with or without food. However, it may be useful to take your statins in the evening because the enzymes that the body uses to make cholesterol are more active at night. In any case, take your medicine at around the same time every day.

Can I stop rosuvastatin suddenly?

Suddenly stopping rosuvastatin can be dangerous. It can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor.

What foods should be avoided when taking rosuvastatin?

You should avoid high-fat or high-cholesterol foods like fried foods, processed meat, red meat, baked goods, and full-fat dairy while on rosuvastatin. This medicine works in conjuction with a healthy diet and physical activity to lower cholesterol levels.

How quickly can rosuvastatin lower cholesterol?

Rosuvastatin starts to work within a week to lower cholesterol. However, it can take up to 4 weeks to get the full benefit of this medicine.

Can I take rosuvastatin once a week?

Rosuvastatin is typically prescribed to be taken once a day. However, some people who develop muscle pain on statins may tolerate once-weekly treatment. Ask your doctor whether weekly dosing might be right for you.

Is rosuvastatin the strongest statin?

Rosuvastatin is one of the stronger statins. Other statins that are also strong include simvastatin, pravastatin, and atorvastatin. Your doctor will decide on the best medicine for you.

What is the price of rosuvastatin without insurance?

Without insurance, rosuvastatin can be as high as $179.69, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $10.65 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of rosuvastatin with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on rosuvastatin—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for rosuvastatin. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.