Lovastat 20mg Tablet
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Lovastat 20 MG Description
Lovastat Tablet is used to lower blood cholesterol. It contains lovastatin as the active substance. Lovastat Tablet is used to treat increased levels of cholesterol in combination with dietary modifi
cations. This medicine works by decreasing the formation of cholesterol in the body. Take Lovastat Tablet in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
Product Summary
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Contains | Lovastatin(20.0 Mg) |
Uses | High cholesterol levels |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, rashes, abdominal pain |
Therapy | HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
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Uses of Lovastat 20 MG
Lovastat Tablet is used for the treatment of increased levels of cholesterol (total and LDL cholesterol) in combination with dietary modifications in patients where diet and other non-medicine involving measures alone have proven insufficient....
Contraindications of Lovastat 20 MG
- If you are allergic to lovastatin or any other ingredients of Lovastat Tablet.
- If you have liver disease and your liver tests are abnormal.
- If you are being treated with medicines for fungal infections (itraconazole, ketoconazole), HIV/AIDS (atazanavir, delavirdine), bacterial infections (erythromycin), or depression (nefazodone). If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor. ...
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have a condition called myopathy.
Side effects of Lovastat 20 MG
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Rashes
Precautions and Warnings of Lovastat 20 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Lovastat 20mg Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Lovastat Tablet is contraindicated for use during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Lovastat 20mg Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not known if Lovastat Tablet passes into human breast milk. Women taking this medicine should not breastfeed.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Lovastat 20mg Tablet?
A:
Lovastat Tablet has no effect on the driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Lovastat 20mg Tablet?
A:
No, alcohol should not be consumed while you are taking Lovastat Tablet.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are taking any other medicines for treating any health condition.
- You are elderly (above 70 years of age).
- You have kidney or liver disease.
- You have a thyroid disorder called uncontrolled hypothyroidism.
- You have a personal or familial history of hereditary muscular disorders.
- You have a previous history of muscular toxicity with a statin or fibrate.
- You are known to abuse alcohol.
- You experience muscle pain, weakness, or cramps during treatment with this medicine.
- You experience symptoms like difficulty breathing, dry cough, and deterioration in general health (tiredness, weight loss, and fever).
- You have high blood pressure or diabetes.
Mode of Action of Lovastat 20 MG
How Does It Work?
Lovastat Tablet works by preventing the action of a chemical called HMG-CoA reductase. This chemical is essential for cholesterol formation. Thus, Lovastat Tablet lowers total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) also known as bad cholesterol. It also increases the levels of good cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C)....
Directions for Use of Lovastat 20 MG
- Lovastat Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Take it as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- It should preferably be taken with meals.
- Do not chew, cut, or break the medicine.
- It would be best if you take it at a fixed time every day.
- Do not consume more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Lovastat 20 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Lovastat Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- The risk of myopathy may be increased when Lovastat Tablet is used together with medicines for treating fungal infections (itraconazole, ketoconazole), bacterial infections (erythromycin), HIV/AIDS (indinavir, delavirdine), and depression (nefazodone), and hence, concomitant use should be avoided....
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines like cyclosporine (used to stop the rejection of organs after a transplant), verapamil (used to treat high blood pressure and control heart-related chest pain), gemfibrozil (used to reduce the amount of cholesterol and other fatty substances), and niacin (used to treat vitamin B deficiency)....
- The risk of myopathy and breakdown of muscle tissue is increased by concomitant administration of danazol (used to treat endometriosis), and fusidic acid (used to treat bacterial infections) with Lovastat Tablet....
- When this medicine and coumarin anticoagulants (warfarin) are given concomitantly, blood clotting time may be increased.
Interactions with food items
Large quantities of grapefruit juice should not be consumed during treatment with Lovastat Tablet.
Storage and disposal of Lovastat 20 MG
- Store Lovastat Tablet below 30 °C in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Lovastat 20 MG
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of Lovastat Tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Lovastat Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Lovastat Tablet used for?
A: Lovastat Tablet is used for the treatment of increased levels of cholesterol (total and LDL cholesterol) in combination with dietary modifications in patients where diet and other non-medicine involving measures alone have proven insufficient.
Q: How to take Lovastat Tablet?
- Lovastat Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Take it as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- It should preferably be taken with meals.
- Do not chew, cut, or break the medicine.
- It would be best if you take it at a fixed time every day.
- Do not consume more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.
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Product Details
Brand
LOVASTAT
Expires on or After
06/02/2025
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