Lovastatin
FDA Approved: * December 17, 2001Pharm Company: * SANDOZ
Category: Cholesterol
Lovastatin, sold under the brand name Mevacor among others, is a statin medication, to treat high blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.[2] Its use is recommended together with lifestyle changes.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include diarrhea, constipation, headache, muscles pains, rash, and trouble sleeping.[2] Serious side effects may include liver problems, muscle breakdown, and kidn... [wikipedia]
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Does lovastatin cause weight gain? ## I have been taking Lovastatin for about 2 months and have gained about 5 pounds. I...
6 REPLIESsmall yellow round pill with 635 imprinted on tablet ## Does this pill also have an R on the other side? Like this: Pill...
2 REPLIESRound,yellow pill R on one side &635 on other ## What does 40 mg Lovastatin look like? I have a new prescription and...
2 REPLIESwhat color should this RX be? round tablet on side has R and other side number 634 ## This tablet should be round, pink ...
1 REPLYI have a round, pink tablet that has the number 634 imprinted on one side and a design is on the other side. Is this a L...
1 REPLYWhat color is lovastatin ## What does the Lovastatin 40 mg. pill look like? ## Lovastatin is actually a generic medicati...
2 REPLIESMy doctor prescribed me Lovastatin Light green, round,with letter E/number74..pill form Sent out for a mail order/a roun...
1 REPLYI have been on Lovastain for three years. My eyes are itching like crazy. I itch all over at night. Has anybody else had...
1 REPLYWhat are the side affects of lovastatin, I've gained 40 lbs since on BP meds ## Most blood pressure medications can ...
1 REPLYI take one Verapamil SR 240 mg tablet per day. I've been taking it at lunchtime (at approx. 12-12:30) with food. Is ...
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