Zocor 40 mg

Zocor is in a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins." Simvastatin reduces levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) and triglycerides in the blood, while increasing levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL).
Zocor is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides (types of fat) in the blood.
Zocor is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.
Zocor is used in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

How to use:
Take Zocor exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Zocor is usually taken at bedtime or with an evening meal. If you take Zocor more than once daily, take it with meals. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. You may need to stop using Zocor for a short time if you have surgery or a medical emergency.
To be sure Zocor is helping your condition and is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested often. Your liver function may also need to be tested. Visit your doctor regularly.
Zocor is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
You may need to take Zocor on a long-term basis for the treatment of high cholesterol. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Side effects:

• unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness;
• fever, unusual tiredness, and dark colored urine;
• pain or burning when you urinate;
• swelling, weight gain, urinating less than usual or not at all; or
• nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious Zocor side effects may include:

• headache;
• mild muscle pain;
• joint pain;
• constipation;
• mild nausea;
• stomach pain or indigestion;
• mild skin rash;
• sleep problems (insomnia); or
• cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat.