Lescol
Definition
- Noun:
- A statin medication: "Lescol" is the trade name for a specific drug belonging to the statin class, used primarily to lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
- Pharmacological agent: It refers to the chemical compound fluvastatin, which works by inhibiting an enzyme in the liver involved in cholesterol production.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed Lescol to help manage my high cholesterol.
- Lescol is often considered for initial cholesterol-lowering therapy.
Advanced Usage
- "on Lescol": describes the state of taking this medication.
- He has been on Lescol for six months with good results.
Variants and Related Words
- Fluvastatin (n): The generic, non-brand name for the drug "Lescol".
- Statin (n): The broader class of cholesterol-lowering drugs to which Lescol belongs.
Synonyms
- Fluvastatin: The generic pharmaceutical name.
- Cholesterol-lowering drug: A descriptive term for its function.
Notes on Meaning
- Proper Noun: "Lescol" is a registered trademark. When used generically, the correct term is "fluvastatin".
- Specific Context: This word is used almost exclusively in medical, pharmaceutical, or patient-care contexts.
Noun
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least expensive statin drug (trade name Lescol); usually taken orally at bedtime
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