Pravastatin 20mg
Generic For: Pravachol
Pravastatin 20mg (brand name Pravachol) is a statin medication that lowers LDL ("bad") cholesterol and triglycerides and helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. It is often compared with atorvastatin, another widely prescribed statin, though the two differ in potency and drug interactions. After a licensed provider reviews your prescription, your order ships from a licensed U.S. pharmacy.
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A statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor) for high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and prevention of heart disease
Pravastatin 20mg Quick Facts
| Drug class | HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin) |
|---|---|
| Treats | High cholesterol, high triglycerides, cardiovascular risk reduction |
| Form | Tablet |
| Typical dosing | Take 1 tablet by mouth daily at bedtime |
| Prescription required | Yes — prescription only |
What Is Pravastatin 20mg?
Pravastatin is a statin, a class of drugs that blocks an enzyme your liver uses to make cholesterol. By lowering LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and modestly raising HDL cholesterol, it helps slow the buildup of plaque in arteries. It is FDA-approved to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular procedures in appropriate patients. Many people researching statins compare pravastatin vs atorvastatin; both lower cholesterol, but atorvastatin is generally more potent per milligram, while pravastatin has fewer drug interactions.
What Does Pravastatin 20mg Treat?
Primary hyperlipidemia (high LDL cholesterol)
Mixed dyslipidemia
Hypertriglyceridemia
Primary prevention of cardiovascular events in patients with elevated cholesterol
Secondary prevention of heart attack and stroke in patients with heart disease
Slowing progression of coronary atherosclerosis
Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia in children and adolescents (ages 8 and older)
Pravastatin 20mg Dosage
Adults: 40 mg by mouth once daily; may adjust within 10–80 mg once daily based on response.
Significant renal impairment: start 10 mg by mouth once daily.
Take at the same time each day, with or without food.
Your prescriber will determine the dose and duration that are right for you. Always follow the directions on your prescription label.
Pravastatin 20mg Side Effects
Common side effects
- Muscle aches or pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Heartburn
- Common cold symptoms
- Fatigue
Serious side effects
Stop taking this medication and seek medical attention right away if you experience:
- Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (possible myopathy/rhabdomyolysis)
- Dark or cola-colored urine
- Yellowing of skin or eyes, or severe stomach pain (possible liver problems)
- Signs of allergic reaction (rash, swelling, trouble breathing)
- Unusual tiredness with fever
- Significantly elevated blood sugar
Warnings & Interactions
Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
Contraindicated with active liver disease or unexplained persistent liver enzyme elevations
Risk of muscle injury (myopathy/rhabdomyolysis), higher with certain interacting drugs
Use caution with cyclosporine, clarithromycin, colchicine, gemfibrozil, and other fibrates
May increase blood sugar and HbA1c
Tell your provider about kidney problems, thyroid disorders, or heavy alcohol use
Report new muscle pain or weakness promptly
Tell your prescriber about all medications, supplements, and health conditions before starting pravastatin 20mg.
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