Cerivastatin sodium: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

What medicine is Cerivastatin Sodium?

What is cerivastatin sodium for?

Cerivastatin sodium is a drug used to reduce the amount of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) in the blood. This drug can also reduce triglycerides (a type of fat), apolipoprotein B (protein needed to make cholesterol), and increase the amount of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) in your blood.

This is very important to reduce the risk of hardening of the arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, strokes and other vascular diseases.

How is cerivastatin sodium used?

Some general guidelines for using the drug cerivastatin sodium are:

• Use this medication according to your doctor's instructions. If you do not understand the instructions listed, ask the pharmacist, nurse or doctor to explain them to you.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water.
• Eat foods that are low in fat and cholesterol. For maximum cerivastatin results, avoid foods that are fatty and high in cholesterol. Follow your doctor's instructions.
• Your doctor may check your liver function with a blood test before starting treatment with cerivastatin, 6-12 weeks after treatment and if there are additional doses, and regularly (usually every 6 months). Based on the results of these tests, your doctor will determine how frequent monitoring processes you need.
• Grapefruit or grapefruit juice can interact with cerivastatin. These interactions can cause harmful effects.
• Do not stop using cerivastatin without telling your doctor. It will take several weeks or months before seeing the effects of this drug.

How is cerivastatin sodium stored?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Rules for Use of Cerivastatin Sodium

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of cerivastatin sodium for adults?

To treat hypercholesterolaemia, the dose of cervastatin sodium is 100 micrograms (mcg) once a day at night. Increase the dose can be done at least after 4 weeks from the first use. The maximum dose is not more than 300 micrograms a day.

What is the dose of cerivastatin sodium for children?

The safety and effectiveness of this drug have not been determined by a doctor (less than 18 years).

In what dosage is cerivastatin sodium available?

The available dose of cerivastatin sodium is in tablet form.

Cerivastatin Sodium Dosage

What side effects can be experienced due to cerivastatin sodium?

The most common side effects of using the drug cerivastatin sodium are:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Stomach ache
• Diarrhea
• Bowel obstruction
• Bloated
• Dizziness or headache
• Allergic reactions

Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Cerivastatin Sodium side effects

What should be known before using cerivastatin sodium?

Do not use cerivastatin without telling your doctor if you have liver problems. In addition, some conditions that you should tell your doctor before taking cerivastatin sodium are:

• Drinking alcohol
• Have kidney problems
• Have severe muscle disease
• Seizures or epilepsy

You may not be able to use cerivastatin, or the dosage you are taking will be adjusted, or your doctor will closely monitor you during treatment.

Is cerivastatin sodium safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category X according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = Not at risk
• B = No risk in several studies
• C = May be risky
• D = There is positive evidence of risk
• X = Contraindicated
• N = Unknown

Cerivastatin Sodium Drug Warnings and Cautions

What medicines may interact with cerivastatin sodium?

Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.

Do not use Cerivastatin without asking your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

• Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral)
• Gemfibrozil (Lopid), clofibrate (Atromid-S), or fenofibrate (Tricor)
• Niacin (Nicolar, Nicobid, Slo-Niacin, etc.)
• Erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, others) or clarithromycin (Biaxin)
• Itraconazole (Sporanox), fluconazole (Diflucan), or ketoconazole (Nizoral).

Can food or alcohol interact with cerivastatin sodium?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interact with cerivastatin sodium?

Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.

Cerivastatin Sodium Drug Interactions

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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