Pravastatin Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Pravastatin

Pravastatin Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 165
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 165
156 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Contains / Salt: Pravastatin

Pravastatin Information

Pravastatin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Pravastatin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Pravastatin Benefits & Uses

Pravastatin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pravastatin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: High Cholesterol
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Cholesterol
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Pravastatin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pravastatin is used -

Severe

  • Allergic reaction

Moderate

Mild

  • Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dyspepsia
  • Nasopharyngitis
  • पेट की गैस

Common

  • Increased level of Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) in the blood

Unknown

  • Joint Swelling

Pravastatin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Pravastatin safe for pregnant women?


    Pravastatin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pravastatin again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Pravastatin safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pravastatin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pravastatin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pravastatin again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Pravastatin on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pravastatin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Pravastatin on the Liver?


    Pravastatin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Pravastatin on the Heart?


    Pravastatin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Pravastatin with Other Drugs

Pravastatin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Pravastatin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pravastatin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Pravastatin

  • Is this Pravastatin habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Pravastatin is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Pravastatin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Pravastatin only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Pravastatin is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Pravastatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Pravastatin


    There is no information on the effects of taking Pravastatin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Pravastatin


    Taking Pravastatin and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

    Mild


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pravachol (pravastatin sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-649

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