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Lescol

Generic Name:fluvastatin

Revised:4/1/2000

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Overview

Lescol is prescribed primarily to lower cholesterol.

Coronary artery disease is associated with certain risk factors, including high serum cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, elevated triglycerides and reduced levels of protective HDL cholesterol.

Diet, exercise and weight control are important first-line preventive approaches. When they are insufficient, drugs like Lescol may help reduce the risk of heart disease. This medication lowers LDL and total cholesterol by keeping the liver from making more.