Drug Interactions With Fluvastatin

There are a number of medications that may cause drug interactions with fluvastatin. When fluvastatin is taken in conjunction with medicines such as fibrates, cholestyramine, or ranitidine, your body may metabolize both drugs differently than intended. This can result in altered levels of medicine in the blood and cause a greater risk of developing serious muscle problems.

 

Drug Interactions With Fluvastatin: An Introduction

Fluvastatin (Lescol®) can potentially interact with several other medications. Some of the medications that can lead to fluvastatin interactions include:
 
 

 

Some of these drug interactions with fluvastatin may increase your risk for developing serious muscle problems (see Lescol and Muscle Pain). If you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if they are with a fever or if you feel ill, it is important to contact your healthcare provider immediately.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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