Cerivastatin (Systemic)
CategoryDescriptionCerivastatin (se-RIV-a-stat-in) is used to lower cholesterol
and triglyceride (fat-like substances) levels in the blood. This may help
prevent medical problems caused by such substances clogging the blood vessels.
Cerivastatin belongs to the group of medicines called 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl
coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors. It works by blocking an enzyme
that is needed by the body to make cholesterol, thereby reducing the amount
of cholesterol in the blood.
Cerivastatin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Not commercially available
In Canada -
- Not commercially available
*† Not commercially available in the U.S. and Canada.
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