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Description

Lescol XL uses

Lescol XL (Fluvastatin)

Lescol XL (Fluvastatin) belongs to the family of statins which is used for the treatment of high cholesterol levels.

Lescol tablets initiate its working by blocking the enzyme in the liver which is a source of making cholesterol. This enzyme is known as hydroxy-methyl glutaryl-coenzyme A reductase (HMG-CoA reductase). Statins such as Lescol XL stop the production of this enzyme. Lescol XL is also referred to as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor.

You can purchase Lescol 80 mg easily from Canada Pharmacy.

Directions

Lescol XL should be used as prescribed by your healthcare practitioner. Usually fluvastatin 80mg is prescribed once every night at bedtime for the duration deemed sufficient by your practitioner.

If you accidentally miss the dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Don’t mix the dose with the other one. Avoid taking 2 doses at the same time. The dosage of the drug depends on the health condition and sensitivity of the patient. This medicine is administered orally.

Ingredients

The active ingredient is Fluvastatin sodium. Inactive ingredients are:

• Calcium carbonate
• Gelatin
• Magnesium stearate
• Microcrystalline cellulose
• Pregelatinized starch (corn)
• Red iron oxide
• Sodium bicarbonate
• Talc
• Titanium dioxide
• Yellow iron oxide

Capsules may also include:

• Benzyl alcohol
• Black iron oxide
• Butylparaben
• Carboxymethylcellulose sodium
• Edetate calcium disodium
• Methylparaben
• Propylparaben
• Silicon dioxide
• Sodium lauryl sulfate
• Sodium propionate

Inactive Ingredients in extended-release tablets:

• Microcrystalline cellulose
• Hydroxypropyl cellulose
• Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
• Potassium bicarbonate
• Povidone, magnesium stearate
• Yellow iron oxide
• Titanium dioxide
• Polyethylene glycol 8000

Cautions

Before using Lescol XL, don’t forget to tell your health practitioner if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in the product.

Visit your doctor on time so he can check if the medicine is working properly or not.

Side Effects

Common side effects associated with using Lescol XL are:

• Stomach upset
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Muscle pain
• Fatigue
• Insomnia
• Nausea
• Sinusitis
• Bronchitis
• Urinary tract infection (UTI)
• Elevated liver enzymes

Less common side effects associated with using Lescol XL may include:

• Rash
• Back pain
• Arthralgia
• Myopathy
• Rhabdomyolysis
• Rupture of tendon
• Pharyngitis
• Rhinitis
• Cough
• Constipation
• Pancreatitis
• Dizziness

Minor side effects include:

• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Fatigue
• Gas
• Heartburn
• Headache
• Insomnia
• Joint pains

Major side effects include:

• Abdominal pain or cramps
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Easy bruising or bleeding
• Itching
• Muscle pain or cramps
• Rash
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes