Pravastatin

Also known as: Pravachol, CS-514, Pravastatin Sodium

Pravastatin is a medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as statins, which are primarily used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. By inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, pravastatin effectively reduces the production of cholesterol in the liver. This action helps decrease the levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, and triglycerides, while potentially increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, or "good" cholesterol. Lowering LDL cholesterol is crucial because high levels are associated with an increased risk o...

Potential Side Effects

Side effects score: 6; Pravastatin, a medication used to lower cholesterol, may cause several side effects. Common ones include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle pain, and fatigue. Some people might experience dizziness or trouble sleeping. Although rare, more serious side effects can occur, such as liver problems, which may present as yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, or sever