Question 1

what is the definition or description of: mevacor allergy?

Accepted Answer

Mevacor allergy: Mevacor (Lovastatin) is a statin used to 
treat high cholesterol &amp;  triglyceride levels. An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system creates antibodies to a foreign substance causing a reaction that can be mild to severe.  For potential adverse effects see:   http://www.rxlist.com/mevacor-side-effects-drug-center.htm

Question 2

could a overdose of lovastatin effect an elderly person?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any drug in this class "statins", used for high cholesterol, can have side effects. Even a usual dose can cause liver inflammation, muscle inflammation and muscle weakness. In general, these are safe and effective drugs- on the market for a long time. Monitoring by your doctor is important for both safety and efficacy.

Question 3

do you need a prescription for mevacor (lovastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Mevacor (lovastatin): Yes, Mevacor (lovastatin) requires a prescription.

Question 4

why does lovastatin require that i take it with a meal while other cholesterol medications don't?

Accepted Answer

Better absorption: Lovastatin is a relatively week and short-acting medication compared to some of the other drugs in its class.  Certain measures can improve its efficacy including taking in it the evening (so that it is working during the time that our body manufactures cholesterol) and taking it with a low fiber meal (to enhance absorption and serum levels of the drug).

Question 5

what are the side effects of lovastatin?

Accepted Answer

Muscle and liver: Usually nothing, but occasionally muscle pains , or liver irritation, and rarely muscle damage.

Question 6

can pregnant women use mevacor (lovastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Mevacor (lovastatin): FDA Pregnancy Category  X (Should not be used during pregnancy)

Question 7

what is the treatment for lovastatin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Lovastatin overdose: Call poison control.   Try to eliminate from stomach if recent ingestion.  If already digested, close observation and supportive care, with assessment of liver function.  Most recover completely.

Question 8

does lovastatin increase the blood sugar level?

Accepted Answer

No: It does not in most people.

Question 9

please suggest natural supplements that i can use to replace the lovastatin i am taking?

Accepted Answer

Red Yeast Rice: You can use red yeast rice, but you'll be substituting a supplement with variable potency for a well regulated, FDA approved, thoroughly studied medicine that has been proved in many studies to be safe and effective. But it's up to you.

Question 10

can someone suggest natural supplements that i can use to replace the lovastatin i am taking?

Accepted Answer

Lipids: Well... For one thing, Lovastatin is a natural product. It is derived  from  a fungal product found on the tropical rain forest floor. I know that there's a whole set of emotions and tendencies to look for "natural" products, but remember that there are a lot of "natural" poisons too! if you have  high cholesterol, take care of it! the alternative, is a "natural" heart attack/stroke/kidney failure.

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