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Dr. Banita Sehgal
Internal Medicine Physician
My approach to healthcare is rooted in building genuine partnerships with my patients.
Taking the time to understand their needs and goals helps us collaborate effectively and find the best path forward together. What I love most about my work is being someone they can count on — familiar, accessible, and focused on their well-being.
Frequently asked questions
Lovastatin may be right for you if you have:
- Elevated LDL (“bad”) cholesterol that hasn’t improved enough with diet and lifestyle changes
- A history of heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular disease
- Type 2 diabetes with additional risk factors for heart disease
- A strong family history of high cholesterol or early heart disease
- Multiple cardiovascular risk factors, like high blood pressure and smoking
Your provider can help determine if lovastatin is appropriate based on your lab results, health history, and overall risk of heart disease.
The best time to take lovastatin is in the evening with your meal – typically dinner.
This timing works best because your liver produces most of its cholesterol at night, and lovastatin is most effective when taken during that period. Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions, and try to take it at the same time each day for consistent results.
Weight gain is not a common side effect of lovastatin. Most people don’t notice significant changes in weight while taking it.
If you do experience unexpected weight gain, it’s more likely related to other factors – such as changes in diet, activity level, or other medications – rather than lovastatin itself. It’s a good idea to check in with your provider if you notice ongoing or unexplained changes in weight.
Depression is not a well-established side effect of lovastatin, but some people have reported changes in mood while taking statins. Research on this link is mixed – most studies haven’t found a strong connection, but rare cases of mood changes have been noted.
If you experience symptoms of depression, such as persistent sadness, low energy, or changes in sleep or appetite, it’s important to talk to your provider. They can help determine whether lovastatin or something else may be contributing.
Hair loss is not a common side effect of lovastatin, but it has been reported in some cases. When it does occur, it's usually mild and temporary.
If you notice unexpected or worsening hair thinning while taking lovastatin, let your healthcare provider know. They can help determine whether the medication might be contributing or if another factor is involved, such as stress, nutritional deficiencies, or a thyroid issue.
Lovastatin and rosuvastatin are both statins and should not be taken together. Combining two statins can increase the risk of serious side effects, especially muscle problems like myopathy or, in rare cases, rhabdomyolysis.
If the statin medication prescribed to you isn’t effective enough on its own, your provider may adjust the doses or consider adding a non-statin medication instead.
The most common side effects of lovastatin include:
- Muscle aches or weakness
- Headache
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Diarrhea
- Elevated liver enzymes (usually found on blood tests, not through symptoms)
Most people tolerate lovastatin well. If you notice unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or dark-colored urine, contact your provider right away, as these may be signs of a rare but serious muscle issue.
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