Pravachol (Pravastatin)

Pravachol Information

Generically known as Pravastatin, Pravachol is a high cholesterol medication which can aid in the control of bad cholesterol levels in the body. Pravachol reduces the amounts of LDL in the body as well as the production of apolipoprotein B, a protein essential in the formulation of bad cholesterol. As an HMG CoA reductase inhibitor, Pravachol not only controls the level of bad cholesterol, it also increases the count of good cholesterol within the system.

Pravachol Indications

Pravachol may be prescribed to patients who are at risk of hardening arteries, heart attacks, strokes and peripheral vascular diseases.

Pravachol Side Effects

Muscle and liver problems have been associated with Pravachol intake. Inform your doctor if you experience any of the following effects from this cholesterol medication:

• Unusual muscle tenderness
• Pain
• Weakening
• Yellowing of the skin and eyes or symptoms of jaundice
• Abdominal pains
• Unusual and unexplained weak feeling
• General body malaise

The above mentioned body conditions may be symptoms of serious liver or muscle problems. In this event, you must contact your doctor immediately for advice on your Pravachol medication.

Other serious side effects may also likely to occur such as allergic reactions including:

• Hives
• Difficulty in breathing
• Swelling of lips, throat and tongue
• Swelling of the entire face

The liver may be damaged by this medication. Symptoms of this damage include:

• Decrease and change in color of urine to rust color
• Blurred vision

Some less serious side effects of taking high cholesterol medication include:

• Bloating
• Gas pains
• Nausea
• Stomach disorders
• Stomach pains
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Coughs
• Headaches
• Insomnia

Other side effects not mentioned here may also occur. Speak to your healthcare provider if you experience unusual or even rare and bothersome symptoms that may be associated with your intake of Pravachol.

Pravachol Warnings

Avoid drinking Pravachol with alcohol as the combined effects of this cholesterol medication and alcohol may instantly cause damage to the liver.

Pravachol Drug Interactions

When you are taking any of the following medicines, talk with your doctor before you use this medication:

• Cyclosporine
• Gemfibrozil
• Fenofibrate
• Niacin
• Erythromycin
• Clarithromycin
• Cholestyramine

You may still take Pravachol but your dosage may be altered depending on your doctor’s assessment.

Pravachol Instructions

Take Pravachol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Each dose must be taken with a full glass of water. For optimum results cholesterol medication must be taken after a meal, preferably in the evening.

As Pravachol might cause possible damage to the liver, your liver conditions are monitored before and after treatment to determine adjustments in dosage of Pravachol.

To benefit most from this medication, avoid fatty foods and follow a diet that consists of low cholesterol foods and beverages. Pravachol may be taken on a long term basis and it is therefore important to talk to your doctor before you start using Pravachol.

Pravachol Missed Doses

As a general rule for all drugs, when you miss a dose, it is important that you do not double dose. Instead, skip that dose entirely and proceed with the normal schedule of your medicine intake as prescribed by your doctor.

Pravachol Overdose

If you suspect a possible overdose contact your physician immediately. Signs of Pravachol overdose include, but are not limited to:

• Diarrhea
• Stomach upsets
• Indigestion

Additional Pravachol Information

Additional information can be obtained from any pharmacy or from where you buy Pravachol online. Your doctor can also be very good resource when it comes to additional information about this drug.

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