Lipostat
Lipostat contains pravastatin sodium, which belongs to a group of medicines called statins (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors). It works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that is needed to make cholesterol, thereby lowering 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and raising 'good' cholesterol (HDL).
Dosage by Body Weight
The usual starting dose is 10 mg to 40 mg once daily, preferably in the evening, with or without food. Dosage should be individualized and adjusted according to the patient's response and therapeutic goals, usually at intervals of 4 weeks or more.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated / Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Lipostat is not indicated for infants. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated / Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Lipostat is not indicated for toddlers in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated / Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Lipostat is not indicated for toddlers in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated / Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for children in this weight category. Use only under strict specialist guidance.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated / Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for children in this weight category. Statins are generally reserved for older pediatric patients with familial hypercholesterolemia.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated / Not recommended | N/A | Lipostat is not indicated for infants. Safety and efficacy have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Contraindicated / Not recommended | N/A | Lipostat is not indicated for toddlers in this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Contraindicated / Not recommended | N/A | Lipostat is not indicated for toddlers in this weight range. |
| 11-15 kg | Contraindicated / Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established for children in this weight category. Use only under strict specialist guidance. |
| 16-20 kg | Contraindicated / Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established for children in this weight category. Statins are generally reserved for older pediatric patients with familial hypercholesterolemia. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to lower lipid levels (cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and heart attacks.
Generic Name
PravastatinScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.