Who should not take Lescol XL?

Lescol XL is not recommended for patients with acute liver disease, persistent elevated serum transaminase levels, or hypersensitivity to the drug .

Does Lescol XL cause myopathy?

The major side effect of Lescol XL is myotoxicity (toxic effect on muscle). It can lead to myopathy, myalgia, myositis and rhabdomyolysis. Myopathy is a serious adverse drug reaction that causes statin intolerance and treatment discontinuation .

When is the best time to take Lescol XL?

It is available in the form of a capsule and an extended release tablet. It is usually taken once daily at bedtime or twice a day .

Why is Lescol XL best taken at night?

Lescol XL is best taken at night because cholesterol synthesis takes place mostly at night and morning levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein are much higher.

What are the indications of Lescol XL?

Lescol XL is used to treat dyslipidemia and hypercholesterolemia . Lescol XL may reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people who have heart disease or are at risk of developing heart disease when combined with a low-fat diet, and exercise.

Drug Price - Lescol XL 80mg - 14 Tablets (Fluvastatin)

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Lescol XL (Fluvastatin) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on August 08, 2019

Fluvastatin (Lescol XL) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as a "statin", prescribed for high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients, and decreases the blockages in blood vessels. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") cholesterol levels.

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Lescol XL - Novartis India Ltd.

Lescol XL Tablet

Generic : Fluvastatin

₹ 473.5

80mg

14 Tablets

Price Updated on August 08, 2019

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When is Lescol XL prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Obesity

⇨ Cholesterol

⇨ High Cholesterol

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Last Updated on August 08, 2019