Ezallor Sprinkle

Ezallor Sprinkle is used along with diet to lower levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to raise levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Ezallor Sprinkle is also used to treat hereditary types of high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia): the heterozygous type (inherited from one parent) or the homozygous type (inherited from both parents).

For the heterozygous type, Ezallor Sprinkle can be used in children who are at least 8 years old. For the homozygous type, this medicine can be used in children as young as 7 years old.

The Ezallor brand of rosuvastatin is for use only in adults.

Crestor is also used in adults to slow the progression of atherosclerosis (a build-up of plaque in blood vessels that can block blood flow).

Crestor is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other complications in men 50 years and older or women 60 years and older who have coronary heart disease or other risk factors.

Ezallor Sprinkle may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Follow all instructions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may change your dose from time to time. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Ezallor Sprinkle is usually taken once a day, with or without food. Take the medicine at the same time each day.

While using Ezallor Sprinkle, you may need to have frequent blood tests.

Keep using Ezallor Sprinkle as directed, even if you feel fine. High cholesterol usually does not have symptoms. You may need to take Ezallor Sprinkle for a long time.

You may need to stop using Ezallor Sprinkle temporarily if you have:

• uncontrolled seizures;
• an electrolyte imbalance (such as high or low potassium levels in your blood);
• severely low blood pressure;
• a severe infection or illness;
• dehydration; or
• surgery or a medical emergency.

You should not stop using Ezallor Sprinkle unless your doctor instructs you to.

Ezallor Sprinkle is only part of a treatment plan that may also include diet, exercise, and weight management. Follow your doctor's instructions very closely.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Do not use Ezallor Sprinkle if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby.

You should not take Ezallor Sprinkle if you have liver disease, or if you are breastfeeding a baby.

You should not take Ezallor Sprinkle if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• liver disease; or
• if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Do not take Ezallor Sprinkle if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine. Stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

Do not breastfeed while you are taking Ezallor Sprinkle.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• liver problems;
• kidney disease;
• a thyroid disorder;
• a habit of drinking more than 2 alcoholic beverages per day;
• if you are of Asian descent; or
• if you are 65 or older.

Ezallor Sprinkle can cause the breakdown of muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney failure. This happens more often in women, in older adults, or people who have kidney disease or poorly controlled hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).

People of Asian descent may absorb Ezallor Sprinkle at a higher rate than other people. Make sure your doctor knows if you are Asian. You may need a lower than normal starting dose.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Ezallor Sprinkle may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor right away if you have:

• unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness;
• muscle weakness in your hips, shoulders, neck, and back;
• trouble lifting your arms, trouble climbing, or standing;
• confusion, memory problems; or
• liver problems--upper stomach pain, tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Common side effects of Ezallor Sprinkle may include:

• headache;
• weakness;
• muscle aches; or
• nausea, stomach pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if you are more than 12 hours late for the dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Avoid eating foods high in fat or cholesterol, or Ezallor Sprinkle will not work as well.

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.

Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb Ezallor Sprinkle. Avoid taking an antacid that contains aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours after taking this medicine.

When you begin or stop taking Ezallor Sprinkle, your doctor may need to change the doses of any other medicines you regularly take. Using certain medicines along with this medicine can increase your risk of serious muscle problems. It is very important to inform your doctor about all medicines you are using, as well as those you start or stop during your treatment with this medicine, especially:

• colchicine;
• cyclosporine;
• antifungal medicine--fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole;
• antiviral medicine to treat HIV or hepatitis C--atazanavir, fosamprenavir, ledipasvir, lopinavir, ritonavir, simeprevir, sofosbuvir, tipranavir, Epclusa, Mavyret, Viekira, Vosevi, and others;
• a blood thinner--warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven;
• cancer medicine--darolutamide, regorafenib;
• medicines that contain niacin or nicotinic acid--vitamin B3, Advicor, Niaspan, Niacor, Simcor, Slo-Niacin, and others; or
• other cholesterol medications--fenofibrate, gemfibrozil.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Ezallor Sprinkle, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.