Prevalite (Cont.)

What Are the Effects of Prevalite?

Since Prevalite can lower total and LDL cholesterol levels, a person may be able decrease his or her risk of developing certain health problems in the future. This includes conditions such as:
 
 
Prevalite should be used in combination with diet and exercise.
 
The combination of Prevalite and a statin (Crestor®, Pravachol®, Lescol®, Mevacor®, Altoprev®, Lipitor®, Zocor®) or niacin (nicotinic acid, Niaspan®, Niacor®, Nicolar®) can further lower cholesterol.
 

When and How Do I Take Prevalite?

Some general considerations for when and how to take Prevalite include:
 
  • Prevalite is generally taken twice a day, but based on your healthcare provider's recommendation, may be taken up to six times per day.
     
  • Prevalite should never be taken in its powder form. Make sure to follow the preparation directions on the prescription. Prevalite may be mixed with water, non-carbonated beverages, liquid soup, apple sauce, or crushed pineapple.
     
  • Your Prevalite dosage should be taken with a meal and plenty of water to avoid constipation.
     
  • If prescribed to lower cholesterol, Prevalite should be used in combination with lifestyle modifications. This includes a healthy diet low in cholesterol and saturated fats, limited alcohol use, weight loss, and exercise.
     
  • Prevalite should be taken at the same time every day to help maintain an even level of medicine in the blood. Do not take it more often than directed.
     
  • Prevalite may reduce the absorption of some medications. If you are taking another medication, you may need to take it one hour before or four to six hours after you take your Prevalite. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist can let you know which medications need to be taken separately from Prevalite.
     
  • For Prevalite to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Prevalite will not work if you stop taking it.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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