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Zocor


Generic Name: Simvastatin (SIM-va-stat-in)
Brand Name: Zocor

Zocor is used for:

Lowering blood cholesterol levels and thereby reducing the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart disease. Zocor may also be used to lower triglycerides.

Zocor is a "statin." It works by blocking a certain chemical that is necessary for your body to manufacture cholesterol.

Do NOT use Zocor if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Zocor
  • you are pregnant or breast-feeding
  • you have active liver disease or repeated blood tests indicating possible liver problems of unknown cause
  • you are taking a fibrate (eg, clofibrate, gemfibrozil), an HIV protease inhibitor (eg, ritonavir), an azole antifungal (eg, itraconazole), a macrolide (eg, erythromycin), a ketolide (eg, telithromycin), or nefazodone

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Zocor :

Some medical conditions may interact with Zocor . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

  • if you plan to become pregnant
  • if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
  • if you have endocrine, electrolyte, or metabolic disease, or low blood pressure
  • if you consume more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day
  • if you have severe kidney problems, a history of liver disease, uncontrolled seizures, trauma, major surgery, infection, or have had an organ transplant

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Zocor . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

  • Bosentan, rifampin, or St. John"s wort because the effectiveness of Zocor may be decreased.
  • Amiodarone, azole antifungals (eg, itraconazole), clofibrate, cyclosporine, danazol, delavirdine, diltiazem, fluconazole, gemfibrozil, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), imatinib, ketolides (eg, telithromycin), macrolides (eg, erythromycin), nefazodone, niacin, streptogramins (eg, quinupristin/dalfopristin), verapamil, and voriconazole because side effects, such as muscle weakness and aching, may occur.
  • Warfarin because side effects, including increased risk of bleeding, may be increased by Zocor

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Zocor may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Zocor :

Use Zocor as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

  • Zocor may be taken with or without food.
  • Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice at the same time you take Zocor . This may increase the amount of Zocor in your blood, which may increase your risks for serious side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before including grapefruit or grapefruit juice in your diet while you are taking this medicine.
  • If you are also taking cholestyramine, you should take the cholestyramine in the morning and Zocor in the evening to minimize any drug interactions. Cholestyramine can reduce the amount of Zocor in your blood, which will decrease its effectiveness.
  • Zocor comes with an additional patient leaflet. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Zocor refilled.
  • In general, take Zocor in the evening.
  • Zocor is most effective when used with exercise and a diet that reduces the intake of cholesterol (fat) and saturated fats.
  • Continue taking Zocor even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel sick.
  • If you miss a dose of Zocor , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Zocor .

Important safety information:

  • Zocor may cause liver damage. If you consume 3 or more alcohol-containing drinks every day, ask your doctor if you should take Zocor or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Alcohol use combined with Zocor may increase your risk for liver damage.
  • Zocor may cause injury to your muscles, especially when taken in higher doses or when taken with certain other medicines. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience muscle pain or weakness, especially with a fever.
  • LAB TESTS, including lipid profile and liver functions, may be performed to monitor your progress. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
  • Zocor is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Zocor if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. Do not breast-feed while taking Zocor .

Possible side effects of Zocor :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; diarrhea; headache; stomach pain or upset.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; change in the amount of urine; dark urine; muscle weakness, aches, tenderness, or pain, especially if associated with unusual tiredness and fever; ongoing nausea or vomiting; stomach pain; unusual bleeding or bruising; yellowing of skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Zocor :

Store Zocor between 41 and 86 degrees F (5 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Zocor out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

  • If you have any questions about Zocor , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • Zocor is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is summary only. It does not contain all information about Zocor . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: November 1, 2006
Database Edition 06.4.1.002
Copyright © 2006 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.




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