Lovastatin (Oral Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Bladder pain
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Chest tightness
• Cough
• Dark-colored urine
• Difficult, burning, or painful urination
• Difficulty with moving
• Fever
• Frequent urge to urinate
• Headache
• Joint pain
• Lower back or side pain
• Muscle aching, cramps, spasms, or stiffness
• Muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
• Pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
• Shortness of breath
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Swollen joints
• Trouble with breathing
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Acid or sour stomach
• Belching
• Bloated or full feeling
• Blurred vision
• Diarrhea
• Difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
• Dizziness
• Excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Lack or loss of strength
• Nausea
• Passing gas
• Rash
• Stomach discomfort, upset, or pain

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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