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Zocor
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Indications
Zocor (Simvastatin) is used in combination with changes in diet to lower blood cholesterol levels in patients with heart disease and high cholesterol levels. It is also used to treat patients with high lipid levels.
Contraindications
Do not take Zocor (Simvastatin) if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine
- you are pregnant or breast-feeding
- you have active liver disease
Precautions
Before using Zocor (Simvastatin), tell your health care provider about any of the following:
- if you are planning to become pregnant
- if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you consume more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day
- if you have a history of liver disease
- if you have severe kidney impairment
- if you are taking warfarin
- if you have any other medical condition
Side effects
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following occurs:
Most severe:
Muscle weakness, tenderness, or pain; severe allergic reaction (giant hives; swelling of the face or mouth; difficulty breathing).
Most common:
Constipation.
Other:
Diarrhea; indigestion; gas; nausea; weakness; rash; itching; skin inflammation; stomach pain; headache.
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