Lescol and Weight Gain

Although weight gain is a possible side effect of some high cholesterol medications, it has not been noted as a side effect of Lescol. If you are taking Lescol and weight gain does become an issue, however, there are a number of things you can do to help control your weight. Suggestions include eating a low-cholesterol diet, participating in regular physical activity, and limiting your alcohol intake.

 

Lescol and Weight Gain: An Overview

Unlike other cholesterol medications where weight gain is a rare side effect, for people taking Lescol® (fluvastatin sodium), weight gain is not a recognized side effect.
 

Lescol and Weight Gain: Suggestions

If you are noticing weight gain while taking Lescol, there are some things that you can do. Some suggestions include:
 
o Lots of fruits, vegetables, grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products
o Lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts
o Limiting foods with saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, sodium (salt), and added sugars.
  • Participating in physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week.
     
  • Limiting your intake of alcohol.
     
(Click BMI Calculator to see if your weight is within a healthy range.)
 

Lescol and Weight Gain: Summary

If you are noticing a weight gain with Lescol, talk to your healthcare provider.
 He or she can give you other suggestions for dealing with any weight gain. If the weight gain continues, he or she may also recommend other lifestyle choices or a possible switch to another cholesterol medication.
 
Add this article to your Favorites     Email this article     Print
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;