What You Need To Know About Pravachol Medication
September 5th, 2008

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Pravachol is the brand name in America for a drug known as pravastatin. Pravachol medication is used to reduce the levels of cholesterol in the blood stream.

What is pravachol medication?

Pravachol medication is used to reduce lipid and cholesterol levels in the blood by using diet and exercise. Pravachol medication can also be used to slow down the effects of heart disease. Pravachol medication can be used for a number of other purposes, but only your doctor will be able to advise.

You shouldn't use pravachol medication if:

If you are taking pravachol medication you should stop if:
- you're allergic to anything in pravachol
- you suffer from liver disease
- you have an abnormal liver test
- you take any fibric acid medication.

Things to discuss with your doctor when taking pravachol medication

If you suffer from any of the following medical conditions you may be unsuitable for pravachol medication.

- you pregnant or are trying to become pregnant
- you are taking any other medications
- you have allergies to any medication
- you are an alcoholic
- you have low blood pressure
- you had recent surgery
- you have a muscle disease.

Pravachol cannot be taken with all medications, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications. In particular you should be cautious taking fibric acid drugs.

Pravachol medication side effects

All different medications can cause adverse effects, however most people don't experience any side effects when taking pravachol medication. Here is a list of common side effects:

- constipation
- flu-like symptoms
- problems passing water
- cough
- common cold
- jaundice

If you are bothered by any of the symptoms above and they fail to go away then be sure to discuss this with your doctor.

Below is a list of more serious side effects that can occur when taking pravachol medication:

- trouble breathing
- tight chest
- rash
- hives
- chest pain
- muscle pain
- weakness
- abnormal bleeding/bruising

If you notice any of these notify your doctor immediately, your doctor will be able to advise whether you should continue to take pravachol medication or not. Pravachol medication may not be suitable for you if you experience the side effects above.

Pravachol medication should be stored at room temperature, but make sure it's kept away from heat and damp. Do not store it in the fridge or freezer. Keep pravachol medication safely out of the way of children.

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