Simvastatin is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high cholesterol.
Side effects
Constipation
Dizziness
Feeling sick
Headache
Increased glucose level in blood
Muscle pain
Stomach pain
Weakness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Simvastatin, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Simvastatin is to be taken with food.
How it works
Simvastatin belongs to the class of lipid-lowering drugs (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors/Statins). It blocks the enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required to make cholesterol in the body. As a result, it lowers triglycerides, "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the bod
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What should I know about high cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Your total cholesterol is made up of LDL and HDL cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is called “bad†cholesterol as it can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart diseases and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good†cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. Triglycerides also are harmful fats found in your blood.
Q. Is Simvastatin a blood thinner or a beta blocker or steroid or diuretic or is it a statin or does Simvastatin thin your blood? No, Simvastatin is a statin (lipid-lowering agents) or HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
Q. Is Simvastatin the same as Lipitor (atorvastatin) or Crestor (rosuvastatin) or pravastatin? No, although it belongs to same group of medications called statins
Q. Can I take Simvastatin with ibuprofen or lisinopril? No results found for any interaction of Simvastatin with ibuprofen or lisinopril, but always consult with your doctor before taking this medication
Q. Can I take antibiotics or clarithromycin or amoxicillin or erythromycin or amlodipine or aspirin with Simvastatin? No, do not take antibiotics or clarithromycin or amoxicillin or erythromycin or amlodipine or aspirin with Simvastatin, because they interact with each other
Q. Does Simvastatin cause hair loss or dry mouth or hair loss or constipation or diabetes or depression or it makes you high? No. Simvastatin does not cause hair loss or dry mouth or hair loss or constipation or diabetes or depression and it is not addictive
Q. Does Simvastatin cause joint pain or makes you tired? Yes, sometimes Simvastatin may cause joint pain or make you tired.
Expert Advice
Simvastatin treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). Take it along with regular exercise and low-fat diet.It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.In general, Simvastatin is safe. It may cause diarrhoea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain. Your doctor may monitor your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problem such as yellowing of skin or eyes, unusually dark urine or stomach pains.Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Simvastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.Do not take Simvastatin if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
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