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Rx 598

Updated April 10, 2008
Comments Submitted Says:
Wed, March 26, 2008

Oval pill. Light yellow.
Only inscription is %X 598

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robertpazol Says:
Thu, April 10, 2008

This pill RX598 is Pravastatin (Pravachol) Information

Pravachol is the brand name. Pravastatin is the generic name. Pravachol is the most studied statin (cholesterol-lowering drug) in clinical trials. It is used to decrease LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels and increase the HDL cholesterol (the good cholesterol) level. Pravachol is also proven to reduce coronary heart disease events and deaths due to heart attack or stroke.

For more information on statins and how they work, see Understanding Cholesterol-Lowering Medications, Medical Treatment.

Basic medication information is as follows:

* Active ingredient: Pravastatin sodium

* Dosage form: Tablet

* Strength: 10, 20, 40, 80 mg

* FDA approval: 10/31/1991

* Company name: Bristol Myers Squibb

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