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Pravastatin Tablets
From £15.99Pravastatin is a doctor-prescribed drug that helps lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
Medication features:
- Commonly used to lower cholesterol levels
- Prevents the buildup of plaques in the arteries
- Alleviates the risk of stroke and prevents heart disease
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Pravastatin Prices
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| Pravastatin | 84 Tablets |
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| 10mg | £15.99 |
| 20mg | £16.99 |
| 40mg | £17.99 |
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Prices include free private prescription. |
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Delivery charges
Royal Mail 1st Class | £3.95
- Delivered within 1-3 working days.
- Excludes bank holidays.
Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed before 1pm | £6.95
- Delivered within 1 working day before 1pm.
- Excludes Sundays and bank holidays.
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Treatment Information
Overview
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Buy it online from our UK pharmacy. Complete the online medical assessment. One of our doctors will review it. If approved, your medicine will be sent for next-day delivery.
About Pravastatin
It is a medicine used to lower cholesterol. It is a type of medicine known as a statin. It blocks an enzyme in the liver that makes cholesterol. High cholesterol can cause blockages to form in blood vessels. This increases the risk of stroke or heart attack. It helps lower this risk. It reduces cholesterol levels and stops blockages in the arteries. Take this medicine under a doctor's care. If you have high cholesterol, talk to your doctor. They can tell you if it is right for you.
Pravastatin Summary Information
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Type of medicine |
High cholesterol medication |
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Use |
Reduces cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of heart problems |
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How it works |
Blocks HMG-CoA reductase, lowers cholesterol production in the liver |
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Active Ingredient |
Pravastatin |
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Directions of use |
Oral tablets, taken once daily |
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Available strengths |
10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg |
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Side effects |
Muscle pain, diarrhea, joint pain, headache, and sleep problems |
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Generic |
Yes |
Note: The information is for reference only. Talk to a doctor before starting any high cholesterol treatment.
How effective is it?
It is usually given to people at risk of heart disease. This medicine reduces the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other heart problems. It works by lowering bad cholesterol, which can cause blockages in the arteries. Studies show that patients taking this medicine are less likely to have heart issues. However, it is only part of a healthy lifestyle. Use this medicine with exercise, a healthy diet, and lifestyle changes for best results.
What is contained in it?
It contains the active ingredient pravastatin sodium. It is part of a class of medicines called statins. It treats high cholesterol levels. It works by blocking an enzyme needed for cholesterol production in the liver. It lowers cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of strokes and heart attacks. It may also have inactive ingredients for formulation and stability.
How does it work?
It is a type of medicine called a statin. It is used for high cholesterol. It slows down cholesterol production in the liver by blocking a key enzyme. This medicine lowers bad cholesterol and blood fats. It also increases good cholesterol in the blood. It reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other heart problems. This makes it an effective treatment for heart health.
Directions
How should I take it?
Before taking it, talk to your doctor to find the right dose for you. Usually, it is taken once a day, with or without food, at the same time each day. Follow your doctor’s instructions and do not skip or double your dose if you miss one.
Cautions
Side effects
Common side effects include:
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Headache
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Upset stomach or diarrhea
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Muscle pain or weakness
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Joint pain
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Sleep problems
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Cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing)
Warnings to consider
In rare cases, it can cause liver problems. Look for symptoms like:
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Fatigue
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Weakness
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Stomach pain
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Dark urine
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Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice)
Some people should not use this medicine, including:
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Those with kidney or liver problems.
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Those with an underactive thyroid.
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Those are pregnant and breastfeeding women.
This medicine can interact with other medicines. Tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking, including vitamins, herbal supplements, and medicines you can buy without a prescription. Some antibiotics can increase the risk of muscle problems. Allergies can also happen, causing a rash, itching, or swelling of the face. Seek emergency medical help if this occurs.
Less common but serious side effects may include:
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Severe muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
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Yellowing of the skin or eyes
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Dark urine
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Unexplained tiredness or weakness
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Rash, itching, swelling, or breathing problems
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
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