Lescol40mg
Rx- Generic:
- Fluvastatin
- Company:
- Rainbow Traders
- Dosage form:
- Capsule
- Pack size:
- Capsule
৳ 43/unit
Pack: ৳ 43
At a glance
Fluvastatin — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Fluvastatin belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke. Fluvastatin is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels, making your condition could get worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat. Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, muscle pain, and weakness. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains. This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter. Fluvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Indications
• High cholesterol • Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Mechanism of action
Fluvastatin acts by competitively inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, the enzyme for cholesterol synthesis. It reduces total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL and VLDL concentrations in plasma. It also increases HDL concentrations.
Dosage
Adult Dose: Oral Hypercholesterolemia & Mixed Dyslipidemia Adult: Initially, 20-40 mg once daily in the evening, may increase at intervals of 4 wk to max 80 mg/day in 12hrly divided dose. Hepatic Impairment Contraindicated in active liver disease or unexplained transaminase elevations Child Dose: Oral Hyperlipidaemias Child: Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia: 10-16 yr 20 mg once daily. If necessary, may increase dose at 6-wkly intervals to 40 mg bid or 80 mg once daily as modified-release. Renal Dose: Renal Impairment CrCl <30 mL/min: Adjust dose amount; not to exceed 40 mg/day
Administration
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Fluvastatin may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Fluvastatin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
Common: • Abdominal pain • Headache • Muscle pain • Weakness
Precautions & warnings
[SAFE] Fluvastatin does not usually affect your ability to drive. Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes. Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Lescol XL 80mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level. Do not take Lescol XL 80mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Contraindications
Acute liver disease; unexplained persistently raised serum aminotransferase concentrations; porphyria; pregnancy; lactation.
Drug interactions
Bleeding and increased prothrombin time w/ coumarin anticoagulants. May increase the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis w/ HIV protease inhibitors, colchicine, bezafibrate, ciprofibrate or niacin (nicotinic acid), ciclosporin and fluconazole. Reduced bioavailability w/ concomitant rifampicin.
Food interactions
[CAUTION] Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fluvastatin. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
[UNSAFE] Fluvastatin is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Use in lactation
[UNSAFE] Fluvastatin is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Renal / hepatic impairment
[CAUTION] Fluvastatin should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fluvastatin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Fluvastatin in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease. [CAUTION] Fluvastatin should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluvastatin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Fluvastatin is not recommended in patients with active liver disease and severe liver disease.
Common questions
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