Side Effects of Fluvastatin

Common side effects of fluvastatin may include headache, nausea, and diarrhea. Most side effects are minor and can easily be treated, but there are a number of fluvastatin side effects that may require immediate medical attention. These symptoms include unexplained muscle pain, vomiting, and itching.

 

Side Effects of Fluvastatin: An Introduction

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with fluvastatin (Lescol®). However, not everyone who takes fluvastatin will have side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it well. When side effects do occur, in most cases they are minor, meaning they require no treatment or are easily treated by you or your healthcare provider. In previous research studies, up to 1 percent of people taking fluvastatin stopped their medicine because of side effects.
 
If you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness while taking fluvastatin, especially if you also have a fever or feel ill, it is important to contact your healthcare provider immediately.
 
(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with fluvastatin. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of fluvastatin side effects with you.)
 

Fluvastatin Side Effects to Report

There are a number of side effects with fluvastatin that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider. These include, but are not limited to:
 
  • Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially if you also have a fever or feel ill)
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Passing of brown or dark-colored urine
  • Yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes
  • Feeling more tired that usual
  • Itching
  • Unexplained rash.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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