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Hi, should i take crestor (rosuvastatin) even if my cholesterol levels are normal to low and hs crp level .037 . yet i have plaque buildup in one artery?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Yes depends on rest: Just depends on the rest of your condition. You need to discuss this with your physician or cardiologist. It appears to me they're trying to unblock the plaque buildup.

Answered 5/11/2015

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Plaque: if you have definite plaque, the Crestor (rosuvastatin) should help keep it from progressing locally and generally

Answered 9/4/2016

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A member asked:

Hi, should i take crestor (rosuvastatin) even if my cholesterol levels are normal to low and hs crp level .037 . yet i have plaque buildup in one artery?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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