📉 CholesterolTablet
Mevacor / Altoprev
Lovastatin
Moderate-intensity statin, first marketed statin.
Form
Tablet
Uses
1
Side effects
5
Category
Cholesterol
01
What is Mevacor / Altoprev used for?
- Hyperlipidemia
02
Lovastatin side effects
The following side effects have been reported for Lovastatin. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.
Myalgia
Headache
Constipation
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
03
Lovastatin warnings & precautions
- Take with evening meal
- Avoid grapefruit juice
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04
Frequently asked questions
05
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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.