Complete dosing information for rosuvastatin calcium
Medical guidance required: Dosing information here is for educational purposes. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose based on your specific condition, kidney function, other medications, and medical history. Never adjust your dose without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
Low-moderate intensity: 5–10mg once daily; High-intensity: 20–40mg once daily; Max dose: 40mg/day
Heterozygous FH (10–17 years): 5–20mg once daily. Homozygous FH (6 years and older): specialist dosing.
Severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min): start at 5mg/day; max 10mg/day.
CONTRAINDICATED in active liver disease or persistent elevated transaminases. Use with caution in any liver disease.