Zocor (Generic name: Simvastatin) is a cholesterol-lowering medication used to reduce the amount of cholesterol and fats (triglycerides) in the blood. Simvastatin belongs to the class of drugs called statins. It works by reducing blood levels of cholesterol by blocking the action of an enzyme in the liver. All of the statins reduce the amount of bad cholesterol (called LDL cholesterol) and increase the amount of good cholesterol (called HDL cholesterol). All of the statins reduce blood levels of cholesterol and triglycerides that help prevent chest pain (angina), heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. Zocor is used along with lifestyle changes including diet, exercise, and weight loss program. Take Zocor exactly as it was prescribed for you.
The most common Zocor side effects are abnormal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, gas, headache, nausea, and upper respiratory infections. If you are experiencing any severe side effects such as dark urine, fever, jaundice, muscle pain, numbness, and symptoms of a serious allergic reaction (e.g., difficult breathing, hives, rash, swelling), please inform your doctor immediately.
Do NOT take Zocor oral if you are allergic to Simvastatin or to any of the ingredients in Zocor medication. Do NOT take Zocor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Before taking Zocor, tell your doctor if you have had any medical conditions such as diabetes, blood disorder, infections, muscle disorder, kidney or liver disease, overactive thyroid, serious infections, and seizures. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications you use. They may interact with Zocor drug, especially of: antibiotics, anticoagulants, antifungal, blood thinners, HIV/AIDs drugs, and medicines for immune system. Avoid grapefruits and grapefruit juice while you are taking Zocor.
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