Question 1

what is zocor (simvastatin)?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

how effective is simvastatin?

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

Question 3

please describe the medication: verapamil?

Accepted Answer

CCB: This is a blood pressure medication in the class of calcium channel blockers which results in lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels through blocking calcium mediated constriction. This certain CCB can also affect the heart rate unlike nifedipine.

Question 4

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 5

please describe the medication: simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

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 6

any reason why am i hurting so much from simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Statin: Sometimes statins cause muscle pains and more rarely muscle damage. Sometimes coenzyme q10 helps prevent these pains. Sometimes a change in the statin to a different type can prevent the pain. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor.

Question 7

does 10mg simvastatin cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Generally not: Generally not, but anything is possible.

Question 8

mevacor or zocor, (simvastatin) what's better?

Accepted Answer

Statin: They do the same things. Zocor (simvastatin) is more potent milligram for milligram.  One is not 'better' than the other, there are reasons a doc might choose one over the other in a specific situation.

Question 9

can i take garcinia cambodia with simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is no scientific evidence that Garcinia Cambodia does any good, but that combination shouldn't hurt you

Question 10

can zocor (simvastatin) cause a chronic cough?

Accepted Answer

No: Zocor (simvastatin) or simvastation don't cause chronic cough.A group of anti-hypertensives drugs called ace inhibitors may cause chronic cough. Please consult your M.D.

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