Question 1

what is zocor (simvastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Zocor (simvastatin): Zocor is simvastatin a lipid control drug

Question 2

how effective is simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Very: If you are asking about how well it works for lowering cholesterol, then it is very effective

Question 3

i accidentally took 2 40mg of simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Overdose: You should be fine,skip the next dose.Be very careful perhaps get a day by day pill container to minimize future risk of such easily made errors.

Question 4

please describe the medication: simvastatin?

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Statin Medication: Treats high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Lowers risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain blood vessel problems in people with certain risk factors. This medicine is an hmg-coa reductase inhibitor, also called a statin.

Question 5

does simvastatin show up on drug test?

Accepted Answer

Zocor (simvastatin): No it does not.

Question 6

side effects of simvastatin to look for?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: The commonest side effects are muscle pain and damage. Rarely rhabdomyolysis, lysis if muscle cells may occur and is a serious issue.  Other side effects include liver damage. Gastro-intestinal disorders like constipation, diarrhea, skin rashes, precipitation of diabetes mellitus and neurologic problems like memory loss.

Question 7

what are the side effects of simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Statins: This class of compounds is used to lower elevated levels of fats in the body. Common side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and a general feeling of weakness. Rare side effects include joint pain, memory loss, and muscle cramps. Cholestatic hepatitis, hepatic cirrhosis, rhabdomyolysis and myositis have been reported in patients receiving the drug chronically.

Question 8

any connection between simvastatin and ild?

Accepted Answer

Recently recognized: In 2008, the journal chest published a literature review describing multiple case reports and fda adverse event reporting suggesting a link between station use and interstitial lung disease. There was no possible mechanism of injury proposed, & there was not a strong link established (it appeared rare). However, ild was then added in 2010 to the product insert as a possible, rare adverse reaction.

Question 9

can you take cialis while taking simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No contraindications.  Cialis and similar drugs should not be taken with other nitrates or Nitroglycerin or Alpha adrenergic agents.

Question 10

is it okay to take simvastatin 20mg without meal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as u take in the evening.

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