The Crestor Money Back Guarantee

The Crestor Money Back Guarantee refund is available for patients where Crestor failed to have a satisfactory therapeutic response.

Important to note:

The Crestor Money Back Guarantee is limited to one payment per person, per lifetime.

To qualify for the refund you need to do the following:

Complete the Money Back Guarantee form by clicking on the 'Money Back Guarantee' link below. All information supplied on this form will be used for the sole purpose of assessing your claim for the Money-back guarantee. You have the right to access and request correction of this information. Should you wish to do so, please contact us at the address below.

To download the Money-Back Guarantee Patient Form, click here.

Payment will be made by cheque or direct credit to the nominated applicant within one month of receipt of proof of pharmacy purchase for Crestor only. Please send your receipt and the barcode from the Crestor pack by post to the following address:

Crestor Money Back Guarantee
AstraZeneca
Private Bag 92175/299
Auckland
New Zealand

The amount to be refunded is up to the recommended retail price of $36 per month for a three month supply of Crestor (assuming three-monthly pharmacy dispensing). Refunds will be limited to the cost of Crestor only, and will not include other medical costs such as consultation, tests or treatment of side effects.

The Crestor Money Back Guarantee is in addition to your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.

If you have any questions, please call AstraZeneca on 09 306 5650.

The information on this website does not replace the individual advice and consultation of a doctor. Check with your doctor to see if Crestor is right for you.

Legal Notice

CRESTOR is indicated for patients with no history of cardiovascular events (such as stroke or heart attack), but with at least two conventional risk factors. References: 1. Jones P, et al. Am J Cardiol 2003;92:152-160. 2. Wolffenbuttel B, et al. J Int Med 2005;257:531-539. 3. Olsson AG, et al. AM Heart J 2002;144:1044-1051. 4. Clearfield M, et al. Trials 2006;7:35. 5. Schuster H, et al. Am Heart J 2004;147:705-712. 6. Baigent C, et al. Lancet 2005;366:1267-1278. 7. Schwartz G, et al. Am Heart J 2004;148:e4. 8. Berne C, et al. Cardiovasc Diabetol 2005:4(1):7. 9. Paoletti R, et al. J Cardiovasc Risk 2001;8:383-390. 10. Brown W, et al. Am Heart J 2002;144:1036-1043. 11. CRESTOR Datasheet. 9 July 2009. 12. Data on file, AstraZeneca. 13. Ridker, P M et al NEJM 359 (21):2195-2207.

CRESTOR contains rosuvastatin in 5mg, 10mg, 20mg and 40mg tablets. Uses CRESTOR lowers "bad" LDL cholesterol and raises "good" HDL cholesterol. Do not use if you are allergic to rosuvastatin, you are pregnant, breast feeding or have active liver disease. Cautions Allergies to other statins, liver problems, kidney problems, unexplained muscle pain, regular excess alcohol consumption.
Side Effects Most people taking CRESTOR do not suffer any unwanted effects. Effects that have been experienced include: headache, constipation, dizziness, nausea, stomach pain, unusual tiredness, skin rash, itching or hives. Rare side effects reported: muscle pain and swelling to the face, eyelids and lips. Medicine Classification Prescription Medicine use strictly as directed. If symptoms continue or you experience side effects, see your doctor, pharmacist or health professional. Consult your doctor to see if CRESTOR is right for you. CRESTOR is an unfunded medicine. Your doctors fee and prescription fee will also apply. For full consumer information please refer to the manufacturer's Consumer Medicine Information Sheet available at www.medsafe.govt.nz. 17 March 2008. Trademarks herein are property of the AstraZeneca group. AstraZeneca Limited, Private Bag 92175/299, Auckland 1142. Telephone (09) 306 5650 or Facsimile (09) 306 5651. TAPS CH2961. MAY 2011. BCG2-H CRE2074.

Last updated: May 2011.