Pravachol Information:

Pravachol (Pravastatin) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (also known as a "statin") used to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in your blood. Pravachol (Pravastatin) may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. Pravachol (Pravastatin) may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. Try to take Pravachol (Pravastatin) at the same time each day. STORE Pravachol (Pravastatin) at room temperature, away from heat and light.

Pravachol Side Effects:

Pravachol may infrequently cause Pravachol side effects like muscle damage (which can rarely lead to a very serious condition called rhabdomyolysis). Stop taking this drug and tell your doctor immediately if you develop Pravachol side effects like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially with fever or unusual tiredness). Consult your doctor if you are taking cyclosporine, gemfibrozil, niacin, antibiotics, especially erythromycin, or medications for fungal infections. All of these drugs may increase the risk of myositis (muscle inflammation) when taken with pravastatin and may lead to Pravachol side effects like kidney failure.