Buy Pravachol, pravastatin Buy Pravachol (pravastatin) to treat high cholesterol and hyperlipidemia.Initial dosage instructions The dosage should be set by a doctor, but a common starting dosages if 40 mg to be taken daily. Contraindications: Consult a doctor before taking Pravachol if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Talk to your doctor if you are taking any other medications especially cholestyramine or drugs that weaken the immune system, or if you have a history of diabetes, kidney disease, muscle disorders, underactive thyroid. To read more about Pravachol, pravastatin side effects, Pravachol, pravastatin dosage, and for more useful information about Pravachol, pravastatin, please click the product information link below. |
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Other name(s): Cholstat, Lipostat |
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Often prescribed for hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol. |
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Pravachol, pravastatinChemical Namepravastatin Ingredients Active Ingredients: pravastatin Non-Active Ingredients: Red Ferric Oxide, the 20 mg and 80 mg tablets also contain Yellow Ferric Oxide. The 40 mg tablet contains Green Lake Blend. Indications Pravachol is used to treat high cholesterol and hyperlipidemia. How It Works Pravachol is a cholesterol-lowering medication. It works by inhibiting reductase activity and reducing the rate of hepatic lipid synthesis. Dosage Tablets (10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg) In adult patients, the most common starting dosage is 40 mg to be taken daily. The dosage should, however, be adjusted by a doctor so that the best and safest treatment can be secured. Precautions Pravachol is contraindicated in people who have hypersensitivity to ingredients in Pravachol. Speak to a doctor if you have the following conditions: diabetes, underactive thyroid, kidney disease, a muscle disorder, or if you are a heavy drinker. This medicine can cause harm to an unborn baby. Before taking Pravachol, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Pravachol passes into breast milk and may cause harm to a nursing baby. Consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant or are breast-feeding a baby. You should consult a doctor before using this medication if you are allergic to pravastatin or similar medicines, or any of the other ingredients of Pravachol. Drug Interactions Consult a doctor before taking Pravachol if you are taking cholestyramine, drugs that weaken your immune system, erythromycin, niacin, gemfibrozil and antifungal medications. Before using this Pravachol, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription and non-prescription medications, including herbal products, minerals and vitamins you may be taking. Other medications may affect how Pravachol works or may cause other unforeseen complications. Adverse/Side Effects It is not uncommon for Pravachol to cause the following minor side effects: mild stomach pain, constipation or diarrhea. If these side effects persist or become overly bothersome, contact your doctor or health-care professional. Infrequent side effects may include heartburn, tiredness, headache, dizziness, cold symptoms, skin rash and generalized pain. Rare but serious side effects may also include chest pain, muscle pain, tenderness, nausea, stomach pain, fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools and jaundice. If any of these side effects become bothersome seek medical attention immediately. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. This may not be a complete list of side effects and may be subject to change, consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you are experiencing any worrisome side effects. Overdose If you suspect overdose, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Storage Instructions Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light, and out of reach of children and pets. |
Buy Pravachol (pravastatin) to treat high cholesterol and hyperlipidemia.