The medication known as Crestor was designed to fight dangerously high cholesterol levels in the bloodstream. Because Crestor prevents the body from synthesizing cholesterol, it can help to lessen the likelihood of heart attacks, strokes, and arteriosclerosis in patients who are in danger.

Tragically, however, Crestor has been shown to pose significant dangers to the kidneys, and has even been linked to total kidney failure in particular cases. The consumer watchdog group Public Citizens cites studies showing that Crestor is 75 times more likely to cause damage to the kidneys. There have reportedly been 29 cases of kidney damage linked to its usage, and this number is expected to rise in the future.

Another severe side effect caused by Crestor is a potentially deadly disease known as Rhabdomyolysis that destroys muscle tissue. This disease can lead to eventual kidney damage as the broken-down muscle tissue clogs the filters in these organs. The company that makes Crestor - AstraZeneca - reportedly knew of these risks and even delayed the initial release of the drug because of repeated safety issues.

If you or a loved one has been forced to endure the pain and suffering of unexpected side effects from Crestor usage, don't suffer in silence any longer. An experienced defective drug attorney may be able to help you secure financial compensation for the injustice, but you have to act before restrictive statutes of limitations expire. Demand accountability from drug makers - call a Crestor lawyer today.