Mevacor (lovastatin)

Classification:

Cholesterol Lowering Drug

Form:

• 10mg, 20mg, and 40mg tablets

Dosage:

• Typically starts at 20mg each day not to exceed 80mg each day.

Instructions:

• Take with dinner if on a daily dose. Take with breakfast and dinner if taking twice each day.

Side Effects to Report to Your Doctor:

• constipation
• diarrhea/nausea/vomiting
• skin rash
• gas
• heartburn
• dizziness/headache
• muscle cramps or myalgia (muscle pain)

Drug Interactions or Incompatibility:

• Use of Mevacor in patients with liver disease is not recommended.
• Not to be used in pregnant women or those women likely to conceive.

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