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What is cerivastatin?

April 26, 2017cerivastatin

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What is cerivastatin?

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Cerivastatin was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2001. Cerivastatin blocks the production of cholesterol (a type of fat) in the body. Cerivastatin is used to reduce the amounts of LDL (bad) cholesterol and total cholesterol in your blood. Cerivastatin also reduces the amounts of triglycerides (another type of fat) and apolipoprotein B (a protein needed to make cholesterol) in your blood and increases the amount of HDL (good) cholesterol in your blood. These actions are important in reducing the risk of hardening of the arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease. Cerivastatin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.