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Cholesterol
Simvastatin
Other Names: Vytorin® Zocor®
Why is this medication prescribed?
Simvastatin is used with diet changes (restriction of cholesterol and fat intake) to reduce the amount of cholesterol and certain fatty substances in your blood. Accumulation of cholesterol and fats along the walls of your arteries (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and, therefore, the oxygen supply to your heart, brain, and other parts of your body. Lowering your blood level of cholesterol and fats may help to prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks. |
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| Name: Zocor 10mg (Generic) |
Strength: 10mg |
Form: Pill |
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| Price | $167.00 | |
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| Name: Zocor 20mg (Generic) |
Strength: 20mg |
Form: Pill |
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| Qty | 240 | |
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| Price | $273.00 | |
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| Product Information |
Directions on how to take
This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. If you are taking 1 dose a day, take your dose in the evening or at bedtime as directed by your doctor. Your dosage is based on your medical condition, response to therapy, and the other medicines that you are taking. Do not exceed the recommended dose of this medicine. Do not drink large amounts of grapefruit juice (greater than 1 quart daily) or eat large amounts of grapefruit while taking this medicine.
Warnings and Precautions
Do not take this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. This medicine may increase your risk for liver problems. Alcohol can also increase this risk. Before drinking alcohol, talk with your doctor about the safe use of this medicine and alcohol. This medicine may cause injury to your muscles especially when taken at higher doses or when taken with certain other medicines. For women: if you are able to become pregnant, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about the use of effective birth control while taking this medicine. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. It is unknown if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.
Possible side effects
Side effects that may occur while taking this medicine include constipation, diarrhea, or stomach upset, muscle aches, pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if associated with unusual tiredness and a fever; yellowing of skin or eyes; dark urine; change in the amount of urine; stomach pain; ongoing nausea or vomiting; blurred vision; or unusual bleeding or bruising. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
Storage
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat and light. For best results, take this medicine regularly.
Additional information
Do not take this medicine if you are also taking fibrates such as gemfibrozil or fenofibrate; hiv protease inhibitors such as ritonavir, lopinavir, nelfinavir; itraconazole; ketoconazole; macrolide antibiotics such as erythromycin, clarithromycin, or troleandomycin; nefazodone; or high-dose niacin (1 gram or more per day).
Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking amiodarone, "blood thinners" such as warfarin, bosentan, cyclosporine, dalfopristin or quinupristin, digoxin, diltiazem, fluconazole, imatinib, rifamycins such as rifampin, st. John's wort, verapamil, or voriconazole.
Disclaimer
The drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
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