Pravastatin

Category: pharmacological

Aliases: Pravachol

Pharmacological Mechanism

Hydrophilic — low hepatocellular + CNS penetration → fewer interactions + fewer CNS side effects. Minimal CYP metabolism (sulfation pathway). Good choice for patients on complex interaction profiles.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 1.8h

Dosing Guidelines

• PO: Typical 33.3mg (Range: 10 - 80 mg)

Target Organ Systems

• digestive