Fluvastatin Benefits & Uses

Fluvastatin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

High Triglycerides

Fluvastatin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Triglycerides Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Triglycerides Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Triglycerides Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fluvastatin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluvastatin is used -

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea
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Insomnia
Fatigue
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Pharyngitis

Common

Increased level of Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) in the blood

Unknown

Joint Swelling
Increased Glucose level in the blood

Fluvastatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Fluvastatin safe for pregnant women?

Fluvastatin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Fluvastatin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Fluvastatin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Fluvastatin on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Fluvastatin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fluvastatin on the Liver?

Fluvastatin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fluvastatin on the Heart?

Fluvastatin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fluvastatin with Other Drugs

Fluvastatin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cimetidine

Colchicine

Moderate

Amiodarone

Omeprazole

Atazanavir

Cyclosporin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Fluvastatin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluvastatin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Alcoholism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Jaundice
Trauma
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Fluvastatin

Is this Fluvastatin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Fluvastatin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Fluvastatin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fluvastatin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Fluvastatin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fluvastatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fluvastatin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Fluvastatin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluvastatin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fluvastatin with alcohol.

Unknown