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Simvastatin

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Simvastatin is a HMG-CoA enzyme blocker which is a kind of cholesterol/lipid lowering agent (cardiovascular drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

HMG COA enzyme blocker

Brands

Zocor • Lipidex • Choleste • Inegy • Novatin • Redicor • Simcard • Simvacor • Simvotin • Zysim

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Passing gas
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Muscle pain
Abdominal pain
Upper respiratory tract symptom
Loss of strength
Aching muscles
Cognitive impairment
Slow thinking

Serious

Hypersensitivity

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