Pravastatin Sodium

Pravastatin Sodium is a prescription statin medicine used to help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of certain heart and blood vessel problems. It works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that helps make cholesterol, which can lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while slightly raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol.

It is commonly used along with a heart-healthy diet and lifestyle changes for high cholesterol and related conditions. Important safety points include reporting muscle pain or weakness, avoiding use during pregnancy, and telling your clinician about all medicines you take, since interactions can occur.