Generic Name - Lovastatin
Category - Antihyperlipidemic medication
Indications
Cholesterol.
Generic Lovastatin is indicated to reduce the amount of cholesterol and certain fatty substances in the blood. Lovastatin is in a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body. This may help prevent medical problems caused by cholesterol and fat clogging the blood vessels.
Generic for Lovastatin Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Lovastatin is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Lovastatin should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) or
Endocrine problems
Gout
Heart Disease
Liver disease
Low blood pressure
Stomach Ulcer
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Lovastatin. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Anticoagulants
Antihypertensives
Clarithromycin
Clofibrate
Cyclosporine
Erythromycin
Fenofibrate
Itraconazole
Ketoconazole
Nefazodone
Generic for Lovastatin Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericLovastatin
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Lovastatin for hypercholesterolemia is 20 milligrams once a day, taken with the evening meal. The doctor may start at 10 milligrams a day if one needs only a small reduction in cholesterol. The maximum recommended dose is 80 milligrams per day, taken as a single dose or divided into smaller doses, as determined by the doctor.
Generic for Lovastatin Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Lovastatin side Effects include blurred vision, or vision changes, dark yellow or brown urine, decreased urination, difficulty passing urine, fever, muscle pain, tenderness and cramps or weakness.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Lovastatin.
Generic for Lovastatin and Pregnancy
When used in pregnancy during the second and third trimesters, ACE inhibitors can cause injury and even death to the developing fetus. When pregnancy is detected, generic Lovastatin should be discontinued as soon as possible.
Generic for Lovastatin and Breastfeeding
Generic Lovastatin is not recommended for use during breast-feeding because it may cause unwanted effects in nursing babies.
Generic for Lovastatin and Pediatric
Specific information comparing use of Generic Lovastatin in children with use in other age groups is not available. Hence, do consult your doctor and seek medical opinion.
Generic for Lovastatin and Geriatric
Studies related to use of Generic Lovastatin in a limited number of patients 65 years of age or older and has not shown any side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults. However, it is recommended to consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Note
The above information about Generic Lovastatin serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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