Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet is used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), prevention of heart attack, and prevention of stroke. The detailed uses of Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet are as follows:<ul><li>Cholesterol Management: Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet is primarily used to lower LDL cholesterol (commonly known as 'bad' cholesterol) and triglycerides in the blood, reducing the risk of heart disease.</li><li>Cardiovascular Risk Reduction: By lowering cholesterol levels, Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet significantly decreases the chances of heart attacks and strokes in individuals with cardiovascular conditions or risk factors.</li><li>Familial Hypercholesterolemia Treatment: Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet is prescribed to manage lipid levels in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic disorder leading to very high cholesterol levels.</li><li>Improving HDL Cholesterol: Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet also boosts HDL cholesterol ('good' cholesterol), promoting better heart health.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet taken with dietary measures helps in the treatment of high cholesterol especially for heart patients when initial dietary measures fail to lower cholesterol.
Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and risk of coronary events like heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina).
Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet contains rosuvastatin, which is a lipid-lowering medicine that prevents your body from making bad cholesterol (LDL) while increasing 'good' cholesterol (HDL) levels.
It blocks liver enzymes causing the liver to make less cholesterol. So, Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet increases the uptake and breakdown by the liver of cholesterol already in the blood.
Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor that prevents the absorption of cholesterol from the intestines.
Together, Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet provides a better decrease in cholesterol in your body.

FAQs

What is the use of Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet?

Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet is used to treat high cholesterol levels. It lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and risk of coronary events like heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina).

Can I take Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet along with fusidic acid (an antibiotic)?

Usually, it is not safe to take Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet with fusidic acid as it may lead to muscle weakness, tenderness, or pain. Please consult your doctor before taking Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet along with fusidic acid.

How does Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet work?

Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet works by preventing your body from making bad cholesterol (LDL) while increasing good cholesterol (HDL) levels.Â It increases the uptake and breakdown of cholesterol already in the blood by the liver.

If I feel better, can I stop taking Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet?

No, Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better as it leads to worsening of your condition. Please consult your doctor if you feel better and do as advised.

Can Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet be taken at night?

Yes, Cresadex 20 Plus Tablet can be taken at night or any other time with or without food. It is better to take it at a fixed time.

Is there any lifestyle help for reducing bad cholesterol in our blood?

Increase your daily diet with fiber, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish, and cut saturated fat as well. Stop smoking and drinking and try to work out every day as well.