Pravastatin Sodium (Pravachol): Cholesterol‑Lowering Effects and Profile

Pravastatin sodium (brand Pravachol) is a once‑daily oral statin used to lower elevated cholesterol. Its LDL‑lowering efficacy is comparable to atorvastatin, simvastatin, lovastatin, and rosuvastatin.

Like other statins, it reduces hepatic cholesterol synthesis, lowering total and LDL cholesterol without substantially altering HDL or triglycerides, conferring similar cardiovascular and cerebrovascular benefits.