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Pravastatin is hydrophilic hypolipidemic drug, which is given in active form. Pravachol inhibits 3-Hydroxy -3-methyl glutaryl coenzyme A (HMG CoA) to mevalonate. This is the rate-limiting step in cholesterol biosynthesis. Pravachol is more effective in low doses. Pravachol also decreases plasma fibrinogen. You can easily buy Pravachol online from our online pharmacy.
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How does Pravastatin / Generic Pravachol work?
Pravastatin competitively inhibits HMG CoA to mevolonate by enzyme HMG CoA reductase. This increases the expression of LDL receptors on liver cells and increased receptor mediated uptake and catabolism of cholesterol.

Side effects of Pravachol
The common side effects reported with Pravachol are pruritis, dermatitis, dry skin, scalp hair abnormality, alopecia, sexual dysfunction, change in libido, decreased apetite, flushing, fever, allergy, edema, muscle weakness, vertigo, insomnia and taste disturbance.

Guidelines before using Pravastatin
The lipid lowering effect is increased when Pravastatin is combined with bile acid binding resins. Pravastatin should be administered one hour before or 4 hours after bile acid binding resin. You should start a standard cholesterol lowering diet before starting treatment with Pravachol. The dose of Pravachol should be adjusted in patients with renal insufficiency. It is not advisable to consume the Pravachol during pregnancy and lactation. Pravachol is not recommended in pediatric patients below the age of 8. Pravachol should not be administered in patients with active liver disease. Avoid taking alcohol during treatment with Pravachol as it can cause dizziness. You should avoid activities that require alertness after taking Pravachol.

What are the common dosages of Generic Pravachol?
The recommended starting dosage of  Pravastatin in adults and adolescents (14 to 18 years) is 40 mg/day given along with evening meals. The maximum dose of Pravastatin is 80mg/day. The recommended starting dose of Pravastatin in patients with renal or hepatic dysfunction is 10mg once daily. The dose of Pravastatin in pediatric patients (8-13 years of age) is 20mg/day.

   Difference between Brand and Generic Pravastatin
Brand and generic Pravachol contains Pravastatin as the active ingredient. The difference between brand and generic forms are packaging, pricing and the brand name. The mechanism of action is same for both generic and brand forms. You can buy cheap Pravachol pills when it is sold as a generic variant.

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