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Fluvastatin is commonly used to treat high cholesterol, high ldl levels, high triglyceride, low hdl good cholesterol
Fluvastatin works by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase and responsible for cholesterol synthesis. This reduces the serum LDL, VLDL and increase the HDL cholesterol level in the blood.
Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Insomnia, Abdominal pain
It is not advisable for the user to consume alcohol, especially on high doses when taking Fluvastatin due to potentially elevated liver enzymes.
It is not clear whether there is harm to the fetal or not when Fluvastatin is given during pregnancy but due to the effect of Fluvastatin towards cholesterol synthesis, Fluvastatin is contraindicated to be used during pregnancy.
Fluvastatin is contraindicated to be used during lactation as it is excreted in the human breastmilk. It is still not known what the effects of Fluvastatin in the breastfeeding infants hence the contraindications.
It is not advisable to drive when taking Fluvastatin due to its potential side effects such as headache, insomnia and muscle weakness which can affect the ability to drive and concentrate.
Although only a portion of metabolised Fluvastatin is excreted through urine, the use of Fluvastatin should be used with caution and dosage adjustment may be needed in patients with severe renal impairment.
Fluvastatin is contraindicated in patients with active liver disease.
