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Synonims: Pravastin, Pravator, Compactin, Elisor, Lipostat | ![]() |
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Drug Uses
Pravachol is used for reducing high lipid levels and high cholesterol, with diet and exercise. It is also used to prevent certain heart problems, including slowing down the progression of hardening of the arteries in patients with heart disease. It can also be used to treat other conditions as recommended by your doctor.
How Taken
Use Pravachol as directed by your doctor. Take Pravachol with or without a meal. It is recommended to take Pravachol at the same time daily. Take Pravachol one hour before or 4 hours after taking bile-acid reducing resins (e.g., cholestyramine, colestipol).
Additional Information
Pravachol may cause dizziness or blurred vision. These effects may worsen if Pravachol is taken with alcohol or certain other medications. Use Pravachol with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to this drug. If your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen, contact your doctor. Pravachol should be used only by the patient for whom it has been prescribed. Do not take less or more or take it more often than prescribed by your physician.
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