pravastatin
Also known as Lipostat®, Pravachol®, pravastatin sodium, pravastatin acid, (+)-(3R,5R)-3,5-dihydroxy-7-[(1S,2S,6S,8S,8aR)-6-hydroxy-2-methyl-8-{[(S)-2-methylbutyryl]oxy}-1,2,6,7,8,8a-hexahydro-1-naphthyl]heptanoic acid, Pravastatina, Pravastatine, Pravastatinum
Pravastatin, sold under the brand name Pravachol among others, is a statin medication, used for preventing cardiovascular disease in those at high risk and treating abnormal lipids. It is suggested to be used together with diet changes, exercise, and weight loss. It is taken by mouth.
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- Drug interactions
- Mechanism of action
- Pharmacokinetics
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