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Pravastatin sodium is a HMG-CoA enzyme blocker which is a kind of cholesterol/lipid lowering agent (cardiovascular drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

HMG COA enzyme blocker

Brands

Pravachol • Colite • Novales • Pixeta • Pranalip • Prava

Side Effects

Common

Fatigue
Chest pain
Pain
Cough
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Heartburn
Muscle pain
Aching muscles
Cognitive impairment
Rash
Chest pain or discomfort
Slow thinking

Serious

Hypersensitivity

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