Lova 10mg Tablet

Lova 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of antilipemic medicines called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors or statins used together with diet and exercise to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack and to lower the chance of heart surgery in patients with heart disease or who are at risk of developing heart disease. Additionally, Lova 10mg Tablet is also used to lower the amount of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood.

Lova 10mg Tablet contains 'Lovastatin', which works by slowing the production of cholesterol and decreasing the amount of cholesterol that might build up on the artery walls and block blood flow to the brain, heart, and other parts of the body. Thereby, Lova 10mg Tablet helps prevent heart disease, chest pain, heart attack, and stroke.

You are advised to take Lova 10mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Lova 10mg Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, infections, nausea, weakness, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Lova 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or trying for pregnancy. Stop taking Lova 10mg Tablet and consult a doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Lova 10mg Tablet. Lova 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Inform your doctor regarding your health condition and medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Lova 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of antilipemic medicines called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors or statins used together with diet and exercise to reduce bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol levels. It helps lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other heart complications. Lova 10mg Tablet contains 'Lovastatin', which works by slowing the production of cholesterol and decreasing the amount of cholesterol that might build up on the artery walls and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Thereby, Lova 10mg Tablet helps prevent heart disease, chest pain, heart attack, and stroke. 

• Headache
• Weakness
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Infections

Do not take Lova 10mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have liver disease, muscle pain or weakness, kidney disease, thyroid disorder, diabetes, seizures, low blood pressure, or if you drink large amounts of alcohol. Do not take Lova 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Stop taking Lova 10mg Tablet and consult a doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Lova 10mg Tablet. If you are due to undergo any surgery, including dental surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Lova 10mg Tablet.

• Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet.
• Exercise regularly. It helps in maintaining proper weight and lowers cholesterol.
• Limit salt and sugar intake.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. 
• Choose healthy fats and cut down on trans fats.
• Include omega-3 fatty acids, fibre-rich food, fruits and vegetables.
• Get active by doing any physical activity such as swimming, brisk walking or jogging. Take stairs instead of elevators/lifts.