Fluvastatin Tablets are a medicine used to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. They belong to a class of drugs called statins (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors).

Here are the key details:

• Composition: Each tablet contains Fluvastatin, commonly in strengths such as 20 mg, 40 mg, or 80 mg.

• Dosage Form: Oral tablets, usually taken once daily in the evening with or without food, as prescribed by a doctor.

• Mode of Action:

  • Fluvastatin inhibits the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in the liver.

  • This reduces LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and total cholesterol, while modestly increasing HDL (“good”) cholesterol.

• Uses:

  • Hypercholesterolemia – high LDL cholesterol.

  • Mixed dyslipidemia – high cholesterol and triglycerides.

  • Prevention of cardiovascular events – in patients at risk for heart attack, stroke, or atherosclerosis.

• Treatment Goal: To lower LDL cholesterol, reduce total cholesterol, and decrease the risk of heart disease and related complications.

• Side Effects:

  • Common: headache, muscle pain, nausea, abdominal discomfort.

  • Less common/serious: liver enzyme changes, myopathy (muscle weakness or pain), rhabdomyolysis (rare severe muscle breakdown), allergic reactions.

• Precautions:

  • Regular monitoring of liver function and cholesterol levels is recommended.

  • Avoid excessive alcohol intake, which can increase liver risk.

  • Caution in patients with liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of muscle disorders.

  • Report unexplained muscle pain or weakness promptly.

  • Use alongside a healthy diet and lifestyle for optimal results.

👉 Fluvastatin is effective in reducing cholesterol levels and preventing cardiovascular disease, and it works best when combined with lifestyle modifications like diet and exercise.