Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alfastat 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alfastat 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Alfastat 10mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE

Alfastat 10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE

Alfastat 10mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Alfastat 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alfastat 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Alfastat 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION

Alfastat 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alfastat 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Alfastat 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Alfastat 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses within 12 hours.

For how long should I take Alfastat 10mg Tablet?::: You may need to take Alfastat 10mg Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet. Stopping Alfastat 10mg Tablet without starting a different treatment may increase your cholesterol levels again. This medicine has only a few side effects and is usually considered safe if taken as directed by the doctor.| Does Alfastat 10mg Tablet cause weight gain?::: No, there is no evidence of Alfastat 10mg Tablet causing weight gain. If you are taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet and gaining weight, consult your doctor. The doctor may get some investigations done to determine the reason for the weight gain.| Does Alfastat 10mg Tablet make you tired?::: Yes, Alfastat 10mg Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because it reduces the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Alfastat 10mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet.| Should Alfastat 10mg Tablet be taken at night?::: Alfastat 10mg Tablet should be taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or at night or any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day. Doing this will help you remember to take it daily.| What foods should be avoided when taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet?::: Alfastat 10mg Tablet is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods that are high in calories like fried food and junk food. It is recommended to eat a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all the exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.| How do I know whether Alfastat 10mg Tablet is beneficial for me or not?::: All medicines have side effects, but the benefits of Alfastat 10mg Tablet in reducing cholesterol levels and the risk of heart attack and stroke are proven by a large number of studies. However, if you do have any concerns, then discuss them with your doctor. Your doctor will consider and explain to you the benefits of taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet versus the risks of not taking it at all.| Can Alfastat 10mg Tablet cause memory loss?::: Alfastat 10mg Tablet may cause memory loss in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur within 1 day of taking this medicine or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Alfastat 10mg Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.| Can Alfastat 10mg Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?::: Yes, taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.| Is it true that Alfastat 10mg Tablet can cause diabetes?::: If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Alfastat 10mg Tablet may slightly increase this risk. This is because Alfastat 10mg Tablet has the potential to cause a slight increase in your blood sugar levels. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise you to keep monitoring your blood sugar levels closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.

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-Ciclosporin (Oral Route): Life-threatening

Do not consume Rosuvastatin with Ciclosporin. Ciclosporin may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin.

| -Ciclosporin (Injection Route): Life-threatening

Do not consume Rosuvastatin with Ciclosporin. Ciclosporin may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin.

| -Bezafibrate (Oral Route): Severe

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Rosuvastatin accordingly. Concurrent use may cause muscle damage.

| -Nicotinic acid (Oral Route): Severe

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle aches, tenderness, cramps, stiffness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may cause muscle damage.

| -Darolutamide (Oral Route): Severe

Darolutamide may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin. Darolutamide may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin.Concomitant use should be avoided. If unavoidable, your doctor may modify the doses.

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