Lovastatin Prescription Online

Lovastatin - Overview

Lovastatin is a medication sometimes used in treating people with certain types of lipid disorders such as elevated cholesterol. People who might need a lovastatin tablet prescription can connect with a medical provider using Push Health who can prescribe lovastatin tablets, including generic lovastatin 40 mg, lovastatin 20 mg and lovastatin 10 mg medication, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Lovastatin Used For?

Lovastatin prescription medication, marketed under the brand names Altoprev and Mevacor, is a medication used in conjunction with other interventions in treating people with dyslipidemia disorders (e.g. high cholesterol) and particularly people who are at risk for other medical complications as a result of the disorder. Lovastatin medication, like atorvastatin (Lipitor), ezetimibe (Zetia), pitavastatin (Livalo), pravastatin (Pravachol), rosuvastatin (Crestor), and simvastatin (Zocor), is a type of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor medication - sometimes referred to as statins. Lovastatin was first isolated from a strain of Aspergillus terreus and helps block the enzyme that catalyzes the production of mevalonate from HMG-CoA to mevalonate which is important for the production of cholesterol in the body. Lovastatin is derived from a type of fungus known as Aspergillus terreus and has also been found in certain types of mushrooms. Lovastatin prescription medication has a different mechanism of action than bempedoic acid.

Lovastatin - Dosage and Cost

Lovastatin prescription medication is typically available as lovastatin 20 mg tablets and lovastatin 40 mg tablets although lovastatin 10 mg tablets are sometimes available as well. Lovastatin itself is found as a white, crystalline powder that dissolves poorly in water. Plasma concentrations of lovastatin generally peak within two hours after oral administration. Following metabolism by the body, lovastatin is mostly excreted in the feces following oral administration. Generic lovastatin is inexpensive, costing under $8 for lovastatin 10 mg tablets at many pharmacies in the United States. Lovastatin coupons can sometimes be found through the manufacturer or online and some insurance plans will cover the costs associated with a lovastatin tablet prescription.

Can I Buy Lovastatin Online?

One cannot just buy lovastatin online as lovastatin is a prescription medication in the United States. Because of this, lovastatin OTC tablets are not available, either. People who need a lovastatin medication prescription, however, can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe lovastatin medication, including generic lovastatin 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Lovastatin - Side Effects

People with a known hypersensitivity to lovastatin medication or similar drugs should not take lovastatin tablets. Side effects that can occur from lovastatin medication use include headache, muscle aches, fatigue, insomnia, nausea and diarrhea but, overall, lovastatin prescription tablets are well tolerated. In some people, lovastatin has been thought to be the cause of significant kidney problems, muscle breakdown and liver problems. Lovastatin prescription medication should not be administered concomitantly with medications that would be considered CYP3A4 inhibitors. Lovastatin medication and alcohol should not be used together. Before using lovastatin tablets, it is important to discuss possible side effects with a medical provider and pharmacist.

More Lovastatin Information

• Lovastatin - Medline