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Zocor (Simvastatin) at Alfaus.com Prescription Drugs Pharmacy
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 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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Zocor
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 10mg
30 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 10mg
60 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 10mg
90 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 20mg
30 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 20mg
60 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 20mg
90 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 40mg
30 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 40mg
60 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 40mg
90 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 5mg
30 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 5mg
60 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 5mg
90 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 80mg
30 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 80mg
60 tablets |
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Zocor (Simvastatin) 80mg
90 tablets |
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The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
Online Zocor (Simvastatin) Use Indication:
Zocor
(Simvastatin) comes in tablets to take by mouth. It usually is taken once
a day at bedtime. Follow the directions on your prescription label
carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do
not understand. Take Zocor (Simvastatin) exactly as directed. Do not take
more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Zocor Side Effects:
Although side effects from Zocor (Simvastatin)
are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms
are severe or do not go away:
gas
stomach pain or cramps
diarrhea
constipation
heartburn
headache
blurred vision
dizziness
rash or itching
upset stomach
If you experience the following symptom, call your doctor immediately:
muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness with or without a fever
Precautions on using Zocor Medication
Before taking Zocor
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Zocor (Simvastatin)
or any other drugs.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and
nonprescription medications you are taking, especially antacids,
anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin),
cholestyramine (Questran), clarithromycin (Biaxin), clofibrate (Atromid-S),
cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral), digoxin (Lanoxin), erythromycin,
fenofibrate (TriCor), gemfibrozil (Lopid), HIV protease inhibitors such
as ritonavir (Norvir) and saquinavir (Invirase), itraconazole (Sporanox),
ketoconazole (Nizoral), nefazodone (Serzone), niacin (nicotinic acid),
and vitamins.
- tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver, kidney, or
heart disease; a severe infection; low blood pressure; or seizures.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or
are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Zocor (Simvastatin),
stop taking Zocor (Simvastatin) and call your doctor immediately. Zocor
(Simvastatin) can harm the fetus.
- if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor
or dentist that you are taking Zocor (Simvastatin).
- talk to your doctor about the safe use of alcohol while taking this
drug. Alcohol increases the side effects caused by Zocor (Simvastatin).
- plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and to
wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Zocor (Simvastatin)
may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.
Medication
Zocor (Simvastatin) Overdose:
In
case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency
services at 911. |
