Lower starting doses of Crestor are now recommended for Asians and some other patients

April 2005

Lower starting doses of Crestor are now recommended for Asians and some other patients.

Crestor (rosuvastatin) levels tend to be twice as high in Asians...possibly due to differences in metabolism. This will increase their risk for adverse effects.

Start with just 5 mg for Asians.

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