Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) also causes a small decrease in the production of other 'bad fats' in the blood called triglycerides, and a small increase in the level of HDL cholesterol. This results in lowered levels of 'bad fats' and raised levels of 'good fats' in the blood.
Dosage: How should you take Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)?
Store Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Protect from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused amount of Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) after the expiry date.
Available strengths of Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)
Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) tablets are available in the strengths of 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg.
Effect of other drugs consumed with Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)
The following drugs may interact with Pravastatin (generic Pravachol). They may increase or decrease the activity of Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)
Inform your health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
Who should not take Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)?
Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) should not be used if you suffer from acute liver disease or by people with unexplained raised results in liver function tests.
Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) is in the FDA pregnancy category X. This means that Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) is known to cause birth defects if it is taken during pregnancy. Do not take Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) passes into breast milk and may be harmful to a nursing infant. Do not take Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) if you are breast-feeding a baby.
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What should you watch for while taking Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)?
Visit your health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You may need to have blood tests drawn to make sure your liver is working properly.
Tell your prescriber or health care professional as soon as you can if you get any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever and tiredness.
Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) is only part of a total cholesterol-lowering program. Your physician or dietician can suggest a low-cholesterol and low-fat diet that will reduce your risk of getting heart and blood vessel disease. Avoid alcohol and smoking, and keep a proper exercise schedule.
If you are going to have surgery tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking Pravastatin (generic Pravachol).
Possible Side effects of Pravastatin (generic Pravachol)
Side effects of Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) that you should report to your health care professional as soon as possible:
Rare or uncommon:
Side effects of Pravastatin (generic Pravachol) report to your health care professional if they continue or are bothersome: