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

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

HMG COA enzyme blocker

Generic Drug

Fluvastatin

Side Effects

Common

Muscle pain
Fatigue
Nausea
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Headache
Passing gas
Heartburn
Abdominal pain
Aching muscles
Cognitive impairment
Slow thinking

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Coronary artery disease
Condition
Hyperlipidemia
Condition
High cholesterol
Condition
Familial hypercholesterolemia
Condition

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