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Introduction of Pravastatin

Pravastatin is used with diet changes (restriction of cholesterol and fat intake) to reduce the amount of cholesterol and certain fatty substances in the blood. Pravastatin is in a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body. Buildup of cholesterol and fats along the walls of the blood vessels (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and, therefore, the oxygen supply to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Lowering blood levels of cholesterol and fats may help to prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks.

Precautions Before Taking Pravastatin

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to pravastatin or any other medications.

• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: cimetidine ; erythromycin; ketoconazole; medications that suppress the immune system such as cyclosporine; other cholesterol-lowering medications such as fenofibrate, gemfibrozil, and niacin; and spironolactone. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.

• if you are taking cholestyramine or colestipol, take them 4 hours before or 1 hour after pravastatin.

• tell your doctor if you drink large amounts of alcohol and if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease.

• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking pravastatin, stop taking pravastatin and call your doctor immediately. Pravastatin may harm the fetus.

• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking pravastatin.

• if you have a severe infection, surgery, an injury, low blood pressure, or seizures while taking pravastatin, talk to your doctor about stopping to take the medication for a while.

Side Effects of Pravastatin

Pravastatin may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if either of these symptoms is severe or does not go away:

• heartburn

• headache

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

• muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness

• lack of energy

• fever

• yellowing of the skin or eyes

Pravastatin may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

Storage Conditions for Pravastatin

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

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