What Makes Lovastatin So Special (Part I)

Such a drug as Lovastatin is often used together with the right diet plan, weight loss methods and regular exercises in order to decrease the risk of having heart ailments, attacks and stroke. When taking this medication, people can avoid having heart surgery and lower possible risks of developing different unwanted medical conditions. Besides, this medicine can be taken to reduce the level of cholesterol and other fatty components in one’s blood.

In essence, Lovastatin belongs to a group of drugs called reductase inhibitors or statins. It functions by slowing down the production of bad cholesterol in people’s bodies. It actually means that it is possible to avoid unwanted cholesterol build ups on the walls of arteries and the blockage of one’s blood flow to the brain, heart and other important body parts. It is important to know how to use this drug properly.

Doctors say: “Lovastatin usually comes as some pills that should be taken orally. These tablets can be regular and extended-release ones. It is up to a particular patient and his/her medical practitioner to choose the best option. We often prescribe out patients to take this drug once or twice on a daily basis. And it is better to do this at the same time of the day. Of course, people must follow all the instructions and prescriptions. If they do not understand something about the intake of this drug, they should ask us to explain these parts. There is a need to swallow these pills, and it is not allowed to chew, crush or split them.”