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How to Take Pravastatin Sodium and it's Dose

Written by - Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on Jan 10, 2023

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 10-40 mg/day at bedtime; adjust at 4-weekly intervals if needed. Max: 40 mg/day.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Pravastatin Sodium

This medication is a statin, prescribed for hyperlipidaemia.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Pravastatin Sodium

International :

Pravachol

Last Updated on Jan 10, 2023

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