Lovacard 20mg Tablet 10s

Side Effects of Lovacard 20mg Tablet 10s

GI disturbances, headache, dizziness, insomnia, myopathy or rhabdomyolysis (dose related), myalgia, arthralgia, wt gain, blurred vision, rash, asymptomatic hepatic aminotransferase elevation. Potentially Fatal: Severe rhabdomyolysis w/ acute renal failure. Hepatitis, pancreatitis. Rare: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, anaphylaxis, toxic epidermal necrolysis.

Drug Interactions

Increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis w/ amiodarone, colchicine, ranolazine, danazol, diltiazem and verapamil. May increase anticoagulant effect of warfarin. Potentially Fatal: Increased risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis w/ concomitant CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. nefazodone, erythromycin, boceprevir, clarithromycin, telithromycin, HIV protease inhibitors, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, telaprevir), gemfibrozil, ciclosporin.

Contraindications

Active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevated serum transaminases. Concomitant use w/ CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. nefazodone, erythromycin, boceprevir, clarithromycin, telithromycin, HIV protease inhibitors, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, telaprevir), gemfibrozil, ciclosporin. Pregnancy and lactation.

Mechanism of Action

Lovastatin reduces cholesterol by competitively inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, the rate-limiting step cholesterol biosynthesis. Absorption: 30% absorbed from the GI tract. Time to peak plasma concentration: W/in 2-4 hr. Distribution: <5% reach the circulation. Plasma protein binding: >95%. Metabolism: Extensively hepatic via hydrolysis; converted to active β-hydroxyacid form. Excretion: Via faeces (approx 85%); via urine (approx 10%). Elimination half-life: 1-2 hr.

Special Precautions

History of liver disease; patients at risk of myopathy; alcoholism; inadequately controlled hypothyroidism. Severe renal impairment. Monitoring Parameters Monitor creatine kinase (CK) periodically and LFT. Discontinue if there is significant or persistent increase in CK levels, serum aminotransferase levels or evidence of myopathy.

How to Use

Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.

How to Store

Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Safety Concerns

• Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
• Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
• Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.

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