This clinical course describes principles and procedure for performing clinical lab tests for carbohydrates lipids, proteins, heme derivatives, enzymes, liver function, urinalysis, spinal fluid, electrolytes, acid-base blood gases, therapeutic drug monitoring, toxicology, endocrine systems, and trace elements.
Stop taking pravastatin and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: 1  unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness; 2  confusion, memory problems; 3  fever, unusual tiredness, and dark colored urine;
Uses. Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.It belongs to a group of drugs known as  statins .. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver.ow to use Pravachol. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. For best results, take this medication in the evening. The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, age, and other medications you may be taking.