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Overview
LOVASTATIN is a Schedule H drug.Lovastatin reduces levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) and triglycerides in the blood while increasing levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL). Lovastatin is used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors. Lovastatin is used in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.
Usage
LOVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Coronary Heart DiseaseFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
Limit alcoholic beverages. Daily use of alcohol may increase your risk for liver problems, especially when combined with lovastatin. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially muscle problems.
This medication must not be used during pregnancy. Lovastatin may harm an unborn baby. Therefore, it is important to prevent pregnancy while taking this medication. Consult your doctor for more details and to discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control (such as condoms, birth control pills) while taking this medication. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away.
Symptoms of Overdosage
LOVASTATIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
LOVASTATIN : Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Tightness, Cough, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Pain With Urination, Fever, Head Headache, Arms Joint Pain, Lower Back Pain, Runny Nose, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Abdomen Pain, Nausea, VomitRare Side-Effects
LOVASTATIN : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Body Itching, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
LOVASTATIN can interfere with: Alcoholism, Myopathy, Hypothyroidism, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes MellitusTechnical Classification
LOVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with LOVASTATIN as Ingredient
AZTATIN 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
AZTATIN 20MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 20.0 MG |
ELSTATIN 20MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 20.0 MG |
LIPISTAT 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
LOCHOL 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
LOSTATIN 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
LOVACARD 20MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 20.0 MG |
LOVALIP 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
LOVALIP 20MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 20.0 MG |
RECOL 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
ROVACOR 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10 MG |
STATIN 10MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 10.0 MG |
STATIN 20MG TAB | LOVASTATIN 20.0 MG |