Lovastatin
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
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Synonyms / Brand Names: generic, ALTOPREV®,ADVICOR® (as a combination with niacin)
Overview
Lovastatin is a member of the drug class of statins, used in combination with diet, weight-loss, and exercise for lowering cholesterol (hypolipidemic agent) in those with hypercholesterolemia to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease. Lovastatin is a naturally occurring drug found in food such as oyster mushrooms<ref name="pmid7614366">.
Category
Statins,Carboxylate esters,Lactones,Cardiovascular Drug
FDA Package Insert
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