Crestor 5mg
Generic: Rosuvastatin
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60 tablets · $0.40 per tablet
About Crestor 5mg
What is Crestor 5mg?
Crestor 5mg is rosuvastatin, a statin (HMG CoA reductase inhibitor), sold in India under the Crestor brand name by AstraZeneca Pharma India Ltd. Each tablet contains rosuvastatin 5 mg.
What it is used for
According to the US FDA label for Crestor (DailyMed), rosuvastatin is used for lowering the risk of major heart and blood vessel events (death from heart disease, heart attack, stroke or the need for an artery procedure) in adults at higher risk, and, together with diet and exercise, lowering LDL cholesterol in adults with high cholesterol, slowing the progression of atherosclerosis in adults, and lowering LDL cholesterol in familial hypercholesterolemia (heterozygous from 8 years, homozygous from 7 years); with diet it also treats primary dysbetalipoproteinemia and high triglycerides in adults. Your doctor decides whether it suits you.
Packs and price
Crestor 5mg comes in packs of 60, 90 and 120 tablets. The lowest price works out at about $0.36 per tablet on the 120 tablet pack, as of October 2026; the pack selector shows the current price. Shipping is $25 on orders under $149 and free from $149.
Prescription status
Rosuvastatin is a prescription medicine in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. Crestor 5mg itself is an Indian market pack and is not approved by the FDA, MHRA, TGA or Health Canada. The FDA says that importing unapproved medicines for personal use is illegal in most circumstances, so check the rules where you live.
Before you order
Read the patient leaflet that comes with the pack. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines you take and any health conditions you have. Get urgent medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble breathing, or a widespread rash.
Delivery
Orders usually arrive in 7 to 14 business days in plain packaging, with a tracking number.
Key Information
- ✓Active Ingredient: Rosuvastatin
- ✓Category: Heart & Blood Pressure
- ✓Form: Tablet
- ✓Brand: Crestor
- ✓Manufacturer: AstraZeneca Pharma India Ltd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestor 5mg?
Crestor 5mg is rosuvastatin 5 mg, a statin (HMG CoA reductase inhibitor), sold in India under the Crestor brand name by AstraZeneca Pharma India Ltd.
What is Crestor 5mg used for?
The US FDA label for Crestor (DailyMed) lists lowering the risk of major heart and blood vessel events (death from heart disease, heart attack, stroke or the need for an artery procedure) in adults at higher risk, and, together with diet and exercise, lowering LDL cholesterol in adults with high cholesterol, slowing the progression of atherosclerosis in adults, and lowering LDL cholesterol in familial hypercholesterolemia (heterozygous from 8 years, homozygous from 7 years); with diet it also treats primary dysbetalipoproteinemia and high triglycerides in adults. Your doctor decides whether it is right for you.
Do I need a prescription for rosuvastatin?
Rosuvastatin is a prescription medicine in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. This Indian market pack is not approved by the FDA, MHRA, TGA or Health Canada.
How long does delivery of Crestor 5mg take?
Orders usually arrive in 7 to 14 business days in plain packaging, with tracking.
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