Lescol (Fluvastatin Sodium) and/or alternatives

General Information On Lescol

Lescol is a medication used in combination with a diet program to treat high cholesterol in adults and children (10 years or more). The generic name of the drug is Fluvastatin Sodium. Lescol belongs to a group of drugs known as statins and works to reduce bad cholesterol levels while simultaneously boosting the good cholesterol levels. The medication is available in the form of a tablet. High levels of bad cholesterol increase the risk of heart disease and other conditions. Lescol can prove useful in maintaining heart health. However, you should buy Lescol tablets only after consulting your doctor to avoid any possible side effects.

Side Effects for Lescol

Some people may experience some side effects after using Lescol, but it not necessary that every person taking Lescol will experience any side effects. In fact, do not complain about any negative symptoms. You may experience less serious side effects such as stomach pain, headache, mild muscle pain, sleep problems, or cold symptoms after taking the drug. Some people may also experience serious side effects such as unexplained weakness, dark colored urine, unusual tiredness, fever, burning sensation or pain while passing urine, nausea, and clay-colored stools. You should immediately contact your doctor if you experience any side effects after taking Lescol.

Precautions

You should not take Lescol if you are allergic to Fluvastatin Sodium. The medication may not be ideal for people with certain medical conditions such as kidney or liver disease and for those who consume excess alcohol. You should limit alcohol consumption if you are taking Lescol because the combination of Fluvastatin Sodium and alcohol can lead to liver problems. The drug should not be taken by pregnant women as it may harm an unborn baby. Women who are breastfeeding should inform their doctor before taking Lescol tablets. Those who wish to get pregnant must ask their doctor to prescribe effective birth control methods that can be followed during the course of treatment.

Lescol Dosage

The drug is available in two strengths: Lescol 20mg and Lescol 40mg of Fluvastatin intended to be taken orally. The dosage of the medication is generally determined by your doctor. You can take the Lescol tablets with or without food. Your doctor may ask you to take one tablet of Lescol once or twice a day. You should follow the diet and exercise recommendations suggested in your treatment plan and also make it a point to stick to the Lescol dosage determined by your doctor.

Interactions

Lescol may interact with other drugs and cause side effects. It may react with medications such as Cimetidine, Glyburide, Omeprazole, Phenytoin, Ranitidine, or Spironolactone. Lescol may also interact with blood thinners such as Warfarin or other statin medications such as Atorvastatin, Lovastatin, Pravastatin, Rosuvastatin, or Simvastatin. Your doctor may be aware of the possible interactions of Lescol with other drugs, and as such, it is necessary that you inform your doctor about every medicine you take.

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