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Altocor

Altocor is a HMG-CoA enzyme blocker which is a kind of cholesterol/lipid lowering agent (cardiovascular drug).
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 41 years experience
Drug Class

Hmg coa enzyme blocker

BrandsMevacor, Lovachol
Generic DrugLovastatin

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Common

Passing gas
Abdominal pain
Back pain
Diarrhea
Dizziness
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Serious

Hypersensitivity

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