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LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s

Fluvastatin:80mg | Lipid-regulating drugs /Anti-atheromas

Manufactured / Marketed By : Novartis Product Form : TabletPack Size : 28sIngredients : Fluvastatin:80mgGeneric Category : Lipid-regulating drugs /Anti-atheromas

How it works

LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s

  • Chills severe
  • Diarrhea severe
  • Loss of appetite severe
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness severe
  • Nausea and Vomiting severe
  • Bloody and Cloudy urine severe
  • Itching severe
  • Skin Rash severe
  • Chest tightness severe
  • Dizziness severe
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Heartburn

Uses of LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Primary Hypercholesterolemia (high levels of cholesterol in the blood)

    This medicine is used to reduce the abnormally increased cholesterol levels in the blood.

  • Mixed Dyslipidemia

    This medicine is used to reduce high levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It also increases the blood levels of HDL.

  • Prevention of cardiovascular diseases

    This medicine is used for prevention of stroke and heart attacks in patients with underlying conditions such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, coronary heart disease, etc. It is also used in patients who are exposed to multiple risk factors such as smoking, age, family history, etc.

  • Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    This medicine is used for the treatment of this genetic disorder characterized by high cholesterol levels and increased risk of early cardiovascular disease.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The time required for this medicine to show its action is about 1 to 4 weeks.

  • Duration of Effect

    The time until which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s .

  • Liver Disease

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with active liver diseases or unexplained, persistent elevations in serum transaminases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General Warnings
  • Cognitive impairment

    This medicine may cause forgetfulness, memory loss, and confusion. Any such symptoms should be reported to the doctor immediately and therapy should be discontinued under your doctor's supervision. These symptoms usually go away once therapy with the medicine is discontinued.

  • Increased blood sugar levels

    This medicine may cause an increase in the blood glucose levels. This risk is especially higher in patients with diabetes. Close monitoring of blood glucose is recommended in patients receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments in either LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s or the anti-diabetic medicines should be done based on the patient's clinical condition.

  • Heavy alcohol consumption

    Heavy alcohol consumption is contraindicated during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the kidney and liver.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If a dose of LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Erythromycin severe
  • Fluconazole moderate
  • Nitrofurantoin moderate
  • Cyclosporine moderate
  • Hydralazine moderate
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with active liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. It should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of liver diseases. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be done based on the patient's clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of any muscle disorder due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Any symptoms of muscle pain or weakness should be reported to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution due to an increased risk of side effects such as memory loss, forgetfulness, or confusion. Any such symptoms should be reported to the doctor immediately and therapy should be discontinued under your doctor's supervision. The symptoms usually go away once therapy with the medicine is discontinued.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes due to the increased risk of elevated blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments in either LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s or the anti-diabetic medicines should be done based on the patient's clinical condition.

General Instructions

This medicine should be taken exactly as instructed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. The quantity consumed should not be greater or lesser than the prescribed one. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Report any adverse effects to the doctor immediately.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver LESCOL XL 80mg Tablet 28s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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