Does Rosuvastatin Interact with Rosuvastatin Calcium?
Rosuvastatin and Rosuvastatin Calcium have a moderate drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. 7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See full prescribing information for details regarding concomitant use of rosuvastatin tablets with other drugs that increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. ( 7.1 ) Aluminum and Magnesium Hydroxide Combination Antacids: Administer rosuvastatin tablets at least 2 hours before the antacid. ( 7.2 ) Warfarin: Obtain INR prior to starting rosuvastatin tablets Monitor INR frequently until stable upon initiation, dose titration or discontinuation. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This information is based on official FDA drug labeling sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Rosuvastatin Class
- HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Rosuvastatin and your doctor is considering prescribing Rosuvastatin Calcium (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider