Lovastatin
( Generic Mevacor )
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| WALGREENS |
Retail
$17.80 |
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86% |
$2.51
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| HARRIS TEETER PHARMACY |
Retail
$21.62 |
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63% |
$8.03
With Free Coupon
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| CVS PHARMACY |
Retail
$17.80 |
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50% |
$8.87
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| WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS INC |
Retail
$21.62 |
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59% |
$8.91
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| COSTCO |
Retail
$28.64 |
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65% |
$9.99
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| SAFEWAY PHARMACY |
$11.16
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| WALMART PHARMACY |
Retail
$17.80 |
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20% |
$14.16
With Free Coupon
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| WALGREENS |
Retail
$17.80 |
Save
86% |
$2.51
With Free Coupon
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| HARRIS TEETER PHARMACY |
Retail
$21.62 |
Save
63% |
$8.03
With Free Coupon
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| CVS PHARMACY |
Retail
$17.80 |
Save
50% |
$8.87
With Free Coupon
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| WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS INC |
Retail
$21.62 |
Save
59% |
$8.91
With Free Coupon
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| COSTCO |
Retail
$28.64 |
Save
65% |
$9.99
With Free Coupon
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| AKINA PHARMACY |
$10.51
With Free Coupon
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| MY DR'S PHARMACY |
$10.51
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| COSTCO PHARMACY |
$11.16
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| SAFEWAY PHARMACY |
$11.16
With Free Coupon
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| GIANT PHARMACY |
$11.41
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| HARRIS TEETER |
$11.91
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| HEALTH STAR PHARMACY |
$11.91
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| LIBERTY PHARMACY & MEDICAL SUPPLIES |
$11.91
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| LOUDOUN COMMUNITY PHARMACY |
$11.91
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| WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. |
$11.91
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| RX+PHARMACY |
$11.91
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| LOUDOUN PHARMACY |
$11.91
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| WALMART PHARMACY |
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$17.80 |
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20% |
$14.16
With Free Coupon
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| CVS PHARMACY # |
$27.36
With Free Coupon
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Drug Info for lovastatin
Lovastatin is used together with diet, weight-loss, and exercise to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and to decrease the chance that heart surgery will be needed in people who have heart disease or who are at risk of developing heart disease. Lovastatin is also used to decrease the amount of cholesterol (a fat-like substance) and other fatty substances in the blood. Lovastatin is in a class of medications called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (statins). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Accumulation of cholesterol and fats along the walls of your arteries (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and, therefore, the oxygen supply to your heart, brain, and other parts of your body. Lowering your blood level of cholesterol and fats with lovastatin may help prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks.
Lovastatin is a medication used to treat high cholesterol. Lovastatin belongs to a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, commonly referred to as “statins.” Lovastatin is a generic medication also available under the trade name Mevacor sold by Merck & Co. Lovastatin was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1987. It was the first drug of its class approved by the FDA. Lovastatin is a very commonly prescribed medication.
- Altoprev
- Mevacor
- Tablet
- Long Acting Tablet
- By mouth
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Take the tablet with food. Take the extended-release tablet without food.
Take the medicine in the evening, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to lovastatin, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have an active liver disease.
It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, diabetes, thyroid disease, uncontrolled epilepsy, or a history of stroke or heart disease. Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease or if you drink alcohol regularly.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Severe muscle problems (including myopathy, immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy), especially when used with other medicinesRhabdomyolysis (severe muscle weakness) that could lead to kidney damageLiver problems
Tell your doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine if you have major surgery or medical tests, a major injury, or other serious health problems.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Do not use this medicine together with boceprevir, clarithromycin, cobicistat, cyclosporine, erythromycin, gemfibrozil, itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, posaconazole, telaprevir, telithromycin, voriconazole, or certain medicines to treat HIV/AIDS.
Some medicines can affect how lovastatin works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Amiodarone, cimetidine, colchicine, danazol, diltiazem, dronedarone, niacin (vitamin B3), ranolazine, spironolactone, verapamilBlood thinner (including warfarin)Medicine to treat fungus infections (including fluconazole, voriconazole)Other medicine for lowering cholesterol (including fenofibrate)
Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Unusual tiredness
- Change in how much or how often you urinate
- Muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
- Headache
Frequently Asked Questions
Lovastatin is a statin used to lower high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Treatment is usually combined with diet and exercise. Use of Lovastatin may help lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other blood vessel problems. Lovastatin is safe to use in adults and children 10 years and older.
Lovastatin, a generic drug, is available under the brand name Altoprev. Consult with your doctor for more information about these drugs and to determine the best treatment for you.
The average Lovastatin price without insurance ranges from between about $12 and $1,525. Prices vary depending on supply needed, dosage, and pharmacy location.
Lovastatin is a generic drug. Similar brand-name drugs include Altoprev and Mevacor. Our free coupon may be used for savings on Lovastatin and alternative brand-name drugs for savings of up to 80%.
Lovastatin tablets are available in strengths of 10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg. Follow your doctor's instructions for dosage and use of this medication.
There is not a Lovastatin manufacturer coupon or patient assistance program currently available, but you can save on your prescription cost by using our free Lovastatin coupon card. Our coupon card is easy to use, and customers usually find they save the most on medications when using our coupon.
