What CRESTOR Does
Most of the cholesterol in our blood is made within our bodies, by the liver. And that's where CRESTOR® (rosuvastatin calcium) comes in. CRESTOR works by blocking an enzyme in the liver.
It reduces the amount of 
produced by the liver and raises the
.
Along with diet, CRESTOR can also slow the progression of
, the progressive buildup of plaque in the arteries over time, as part of a treatment plan in adults to lower cholesterol to goal.
By limiting cholesterol production, CRESTOR lowers the amount of total cholesterol that ends up in the bloodstream. CRESTOR can lower LDL cholesterol up to 52% (at the 10-mg dose versus 7% with placebo). It can also increase the amount of HDL cholesterol in the blood by up to 14% (at the 10-mg dose versus 3% with placebo). Of course, your results may vary.
To get the greatest benefit from a cholesterol medication, you should still follow a diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol and exercise regularly.
CRESTOR may not be right for everyone. Even though side effects are infrequent, it’s always important to know the risks of taking a cholesterol medication.
Learn more about CRESTOR side effects.