Drug Interactions With Rosuvastatin

Gemfibrozil, ketoconazole, and birth control pills are among the medications that can cause drug interactions with rosuvastatin. These interactions can cause your body to metabolize the medicines differently than intended, increase the risk of muscle problems, and cause significant reactions, among other things. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about any drug interactions with rosuvastatin that may apply to you.

 

Drug Interactions With Rosuvastatin: An Introduction

Rosuvastatin calcium (Crestor®) can potentially interact with a number of other medications. Some of the medications that may lead to drug interactions with rosuvastatin include:
 
 
 
  • Protease inhibitors, such as:
     
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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