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Mevacor (lovastatin)

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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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