Zocor (Simvastatin)
Zocor
Information
Browse through the largest online pharmacies in Canada and purchase Zocor at an unbeatable price. We currently have the brand name Zocor from Canada, Turkey and New Zealand manufactured by Merck. The generic Simvastatin comes from Canada and UK. It may come from other countries around the world. The alternative names for the brand name Zocor is Lipex and Zocor Fort. Zocor is available in the strength of 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg and 80mg tablets. We also carry other cholesterol medications such as
Lipitor,
Crestor and
Zetia.
Product Details
Zocor (Simvastatin) is a prescription medication that is used along with a proper diet to lower bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood and raise good cholesterol. Simvastatin belongs to a group of medications called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors or “statins.” This medication works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Zocor decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. This medication will work better if you exercise, lose weight if overweight and quitting smoking.
Zocor Side Effects and Precautions
The common side effects of Zocor may include cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, constipation, headache, nausea and stomach pain. The serious side effects may include:
• Clay-colored stools;
• Dark urine;
• Fever;
• Jaundice;
• Joint and muscle pain;
• Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness
You should not take Zocor if you are allergic to Simvastatin or if you have any other allergies. Before you start taking the medication, talk to your doctor about your medical history and about all the medications you take including OTC and herbal medications. You should limit alcoholic beverages. This medication should not be used during pregnancy. Simvastatin may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor right away. It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. You should not breast-feed while using this medication. There may be an interaction between Zocor and other medications such as warfarin, cyclosporine, danazol, gemfibrozil, itraconazole, ketoconazole, colchicine, etc.
Reference Links
Zocor - Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions | Everyday Health
Simvastatin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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