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Simvastatin - oral

(sim-vuh-stat-in)

common brand names: Zocor

Zocor Usage: Simvastatin is an enzyme blocker (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor), also known as 'statin'. it is used along with proper diet to help lower cholesterol and fats (triglycerides) in blood. in general, it drug is prescribed after non-drug treatment options have not been fully successful at lowering cholesterol (e.g., diet change, increase in exercise, weight loss if overweight). Reducing cholesterol & triglycerides help prevent strokes & heart attacks. Simvastatin is used in adults & children (10 years of age & older). Young girls must have had their menstrual periods for at least one year before starting this tablet.

How to use Zocor: Take this tablet by mouth usually once per day in evening, with or without food. Certain medical conditions (e.g., familial hypercholesterolemia) may require more frequent dosage instructions as directed by youre doctor. Dosage is based on some your medical condition, response to therapy, & use of certain interacting medicines. many the drugs listed in med Interactions section may increase chances of muscle injury when used with simvastatin. Consult your physician or pharmacist since more info. Limit amount about grapefruit or grapefruit juice you may eat or drink (less then 1 quart a day) while being treated with this medication, unless specifically directed otherwise. Grapefruit juice may increase amount of certain drugs in your bloodstream. Consult some your doctor or doctor for more following following text. If you also take certain other drugs to lower your cholesterol (bile acid-binding resins such as cholestyramine or colestipol), take simvastatin at least 1 hour before or at least 2 hours after these medications. Use this med regularly at order to get most benefit from this. Remember to use this at the same time each day. this may take up to 4 weeks before full benefit of this drug takes effect. this is important to continue taking it medication even if you feel well. most people with high cholesterol or triglycerides do not feel sick.

Zocor side effects: Stomach upset may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your physician or pharmacist promptly. this drug may infrequently cause muscle damage (which can rarely lead to a very serious, possibly fatal, condition called rhabdomyolysis). Stop taking it medication and tell youre doctor immediately if you develop: muscle pain/tenderness/weakness (especially with fever or unusual tiredness). Tell your physician immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: yellowing eyes & skin, dark urine, severe fatigue, stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea, change in amount of urine. a serious allergic reaction to this med is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Zocor Precautions: this drug should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your pharmacist or pharmacist if you have: active liver disease. Before using this drug, tell your pharmacist or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart disease, history of liver disease, kidney disease, underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), diabetes (poorly controlled), alcohol use, any allergies (especially to other 'statins'). the rare development of severe muscle damage (see Side Effects) can infrequently lead to serious kidney problems. this medication is usually temporarily stopped if you have any condition which can increase some your risk of developing kidney problems. Before stopping youre pill, notify your pharmacist immediately if you have any of the following conditions: major surgery, trauma, serious illness (e.g., sepsis, severe metabolic/endocrine/electrolyte disorders), very low blood pressure, uncontrolled seizures. Limit alcoholic beverages. daily use of alcohol may increase your chance since serious side effects. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of med, especially muscle damage. this drug must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. it is recommended that young girls & women about child-bearing age use effective birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking this drug for simvastatin can cause fetal harm. this isn't known if this drug passes into breast milk. Because about potential risk of undesirable effects on a nursing infant, breast-feeding isn't recommended while using this drug. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Zocor med interactions: see also the How To Use section. this drug shouldnot be used with following drugs because very serious, possibly death interactions may occur: certain azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), delavirdine, HIV protease inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, amprenavir, lopinavir), certain macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, clarithromycin, troleandomycin), mibefradil, nefazodone, telithromycin. If you currently using any of these medications, tell youre doctor or pharmacist before starting simvastatin. Use caution if following drugs are combined with simvastatin because serious side effects such as muscle injury (myopathy) infrequently could occur: fibrates (e.g., gemfibrozil, fenofibrate), high-dose niacin (1 gram or more per day). Before using this medication, tell your healthcare professional or healthcare professional of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially about: 'blood thinners' (e.g., warfarin), cholestyramine, colestipol, digoxin, other medications which affect certain liver enzymes (CYP 3A4 substrates, inhibitors, & inducers such as amiodarone, cyclosporine, diltiazem, verapamil, rifampin, St. John's wort, carbamazepine). do not start or stop any medicine with out physician or physician approval.

Zocor Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Zocor special notes: do not share it drug with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., blood cholesterol levels, liver function tests) should be performed periodically to monitor you're progress or bucks for side effects. Consult your doctor for more next information. for best results, this tablet should be used along with exercise, a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet, and a weight loss program if you are overweight. Also to help reduce your risk of heart attacks & strokes, check youre blood pressure regularly, seek medical treatment if your blood pressure is high, and stop smoking. Consult you're physician for more text.

If you missed Zocor dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as you remember. If It's near the time of next dose, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Zocor Storage: Store between 41 and 86 degrees F (5 & 30 degrees C) away from light & moisture. do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Active Ingredients : Simvastatin