Lescol XL (Cont.)

Lescol XL: Drug Interactions

Lescol XL has a number of medicines that it can potentially interact with.
 
(Click Lescol Drug Interactions for more information about Lescol XL and these other medicines.)
 

Lescol XL: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

Prior to taking Lescol XL, you should tell your healthcare provider if you have:
 
Let your healthcare provider know if you:
 
  • Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant (see Lescol and Pregnancy)
  • Are breastfeeding
  • Will be undergoing a procedure or surgery
  • Drink alcohol frequently.
     
Also, tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
(Click Lescol Precautions and Warnings for more information on this topic.)
 

Who Should Not Take Lescol XL?

You should not take Lescol XL if:
 
  • You are allergic to Lescol, fluvastatin sodium, or any of the inactive components used in making Lescol. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
     
  • You have active liver disease or unexplained high liver enzymes.
     
  • You are pregnant or nursing.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;