Call your doctor as soon as you can if you get any of these side effects. Let your doctor know about these side effects if they do not go away or if they annoy you. Visit your doctor for regular checks on your progress. You will need to have regular tests to make sure your liver is working properly. Tell your doctor as soon as you can if you get any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever and tiredness.
Pravastatin is only part of a total cholesterol-lowering program.
Avoid alcohol and smoking, and keep a proper exercise schedule. If you are going to have surgery tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking pravastatin. Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open. Protect from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed.