Pravachol Side Effects and Pravachol Drug Monograph

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Pravachol
Generic Name: Pravastatin
Pronounced: a-TOR-va-sta-tin
Drug Class: Cholesterol-lowering agent,
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor

IMPORTANT NOTE: THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS ONLY INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL FAMILIAR WITH YOUR CONDITION. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONStrUED TO STATE OR IMPLY THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOUR CONDITION. ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS OR ANY OTHER DRUG.

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Pravachol (Pravastatin) Uses

This medication is used for patients with high cholesterol. Taken together with a low-fat diet, this medication can lower LDL cholesterol, commonly referred to as the "bad" cholesterol, triglycerides, and total cholesterol, while increasing the HDL, or "good" cholesterol.

How Pravachol (Pravastatin) Works

This medication and the other "statin" drugs block an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) in the liver that is used by your body to make cholesterol. This results in lower levels of cholesterol and reduced risk of hardening of the arteries.

How To Take Pravachol (Pravastatin)

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. The tablet may be crushed or split. This medication is better if taken on an empty stomach and before bedtime, since cholesterol is made in your body at a faster rate between midnight and 5AM. Generally getting the full-effect of cholesterol medications takes between 2 to 4 weeks, as long as you continue taking the medication on a daily frequency as prescribed.

Possible Pravachol Side Effects (Pravastatin)

This medication is generally well-tolerated and side effects are usually mild. Muscle pain (myalgia), constipation, gas, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain may occur with Pravachol (Pravastatin) use.

You should notify your doctor if you experience any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness.

Pravachol (Pravastatin) Warnings and Precautions

Your doctor should conduct routine blood tests to check your liver function before and during treatment with this drug.

Pravachol (Pravastatin) Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other cholesterol-lowering drugs (such as gemfibrozil), certain antibiotics (such as erythromycin) and antifungal medications such as fluconazole, itraconazole or ketoconazole.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double doses.

Storage

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw out medication that is outdated or no longer needed.

Pregnancy/Nursing

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy. If you suspect that you may be pregnant, talk to your doctor. It is not known whether Pravachol (Pravastatin) is excreted in the breast milk. It is advised not to breast-feed while taking Pravachol (Pravastatin).

Pravachol Dietary Supplement Recommendations

Anyone taking any "statin" type drug should supplement CoEnzyme Q10 (CoQ10). CoQ10 is essential for healthy heart function. Your body normally makes CoQ10. One of the raw materials for CoQ10 production is cholesterol. To support your healthy heart function, you must supplement CoQ10.

Anyone with heart disease should also supplement A good B Complex is usually enough to lower Homocysteine levels to a safe concentration. Consider Folic Acid supplemention for the same reason.

Another supplement worth considering is Policosanol. This natural supplement is made from sugar cane stems and will often positively affect (ie, lower) cholesterol levels. Some studies reported a 14 percent reduction.

Garlic is another supplement shown to help promote healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels. Adding garlic and policosanol to your diet might even save money on your prescription drug bill.

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