Results for tag: "Lescol"

Lescol is a brand of cardiovascular drug used to treat high cholesterol. It belongs to a class of drugs known as statins, which work by blocking an enzyme in the liver that is responsible for producing cholesterol. Lescol is available in both immediate-release and extended-release formulations. The immediate-release formulation is taken once daily, while the extended-release formulation is taken twice daily. Common side effects of Lescol include headache, nausea, and muscle pain. The Lescol market is highly competitive, with several major pharmaceutical companies offering their own statin products. These companies include Pfizer, Merck, AstraZeneca, and Bristol-Myers Squibb. Generic versions of Lescol are also available, which are typically less expensive than the brand-name product. Show Less Read more