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Description
Fluvastatin 20mg is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides.
– Increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.
– Reducing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events.
Drug Class or Type:
– Statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor).
General Mechanism of Action:
– Fluvastatin inhibits the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which plays a central role in cholesterol production in the liver, leading to decreased cholesterol levels in the bloodstream.
Common Forms:
– Oral capsules, commonly in 20 mg and 40 mg strengths.
Dosage Instructions:
– Typical starting dose is 20 mg once daily, usually taken in the evening.
– Dosage may be adjusted according to cholesterol levels and patient response, with a usual dose range of 20 mg to 80 mg per day.
– Capsules may be taken with or without food and should be swallowed whole.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle pain, and weakness.
– Serious side effects may include liver enzyme abnormalities and muscle-related conditions such as rhabdomyolysis.
– Contraindicated in patients with active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations in liver function tests.
– Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
– May interact with other medications such as certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, warfarin, cyclosporine, and some antifungal agents.
Consult a healthcare professional before starting or adjusting fluvastatin therapy to ensure safe and effective use.
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