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Generic Mevacor(Generic name: Lovastatin)
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Mevacor (generic name Lovastatin) is a cholesterol-lowering medication.
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brand name: Mevacor
generic name: Lovastatin
What are lovastatin tablets?
LOVASTATIN (Mevacor®) blocks the body's ability to make cholesterol. Lovastatin can help lower blood cholesterol for patients who are at risk of getting heart disease or a stroke. It is only for patients whose cholesterol level is not controlled by diet. It is not a cure. Generic lovastatin tablets are available.
How should you take Mevacor (Lovastatin)? Mevacor (Lovastatin) should be taken with meals. --If you miss a dose... Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time. --Storage instructions... Protect Mevacor (Lovastatin) from light. Store at room temperature. Keep container tightly closed.
Important safety information: - PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Mevacor (Lovastatin) if you are pregnant. It may cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. It is not known if Mevacor is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while you are taking Mevacor (Lovastatin) .
- Mevacor (Lovastatin) should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 10 years old and in those who have not reached puberty; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- Use Mevacor (Lovastatin) with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially serious muscle problems.
- Lab tests, liver function tests, including blood cholesterol levels, and creatine phosphokinase (CPK) blood levels, may be performed while you use Mevacor (Lovastatin) . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness to your doctor right away, especially if you also have a fever or general body discomfort.
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
- Women who may become pregnant should use effective birth control while taking Mevacor (Lovastatin) . Check with your doctor if you have questions about using birth control.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Mevacor (Lovastatin) before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Follow the diet and exercise program given to you by your health care provider.
- Drinking alcohol daily or in large amounts may increase the risk of liver problems with Mevacor (Lovastatin) . Check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while you are taking Mevacor .
- Mevacor (Lovastatin) may cause dizziness or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Mevacor with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
How should I take this medicine?
Take lovastatin tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take lovastatin tablets with food. If you take lovastatin once a day, take the dose with the evening meal. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Do not take lovastatin with grapefruit juice; orange juice may be used instead. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Why should Mevacor (Lovastatin) not be prescribed? If you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to Mevacor (Lovastatin) or similar anticholesterol drugs, you should not take this medication. Make sure that your doctor is aware of any drug reactions that you have experienced. Unless you are directed to do so by your doctor, do not take this medication if you are being treated for liver disease.
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