Zocor is used to lower high cholesterol levels in the blood
Side Effects:
Stomach upset, gas, heartburn, change of taste, diarrhea, constipation,
skin rash, headache, dizziness or blurred vision may occur the first
few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
If these effects persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify MD promptly if you experience muscle cramps, fever, unusual
tiredness or weakness, vision changes or yellowing eyes and skin.
If this medication makes you dizzy or lightheaded, avoid driving
or engaging in activities requiring alertness. 
Precautions:
Before taking simvastatin tell your doctor if you have liver disease,
a severe infection, kidney disease, heart disease, low thyroid function,
history of alcoholism or any allergies, especially drug allergies.
Limit alcohol intake, as this may aggravate drug side effects.
Simvastatin should not be used during pregnancy.
If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your
doctor immediately.
It is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk.
Because of the possible adverse effects to the infant breast-feeding
is not recommended.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Related Drugs:
Zocor 5 mg Tablet - Prescription
Zocor 10 mg Tablet - Prescription
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Zocor 80 mg Tablet - Prescription,
Important Note:
THIS INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR,
THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO INDICATE
THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU.
CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING THIS DRUG.
Natural therapy, remedy;
Name: Low Cholesterol Tea
1 tsp. Ho Shou Wu
1 tsp. Alfalfa leaf
1 tsp. Hawthorn
1 tsp. Dandelion root,powdered
4 Cardamom pods
4 cups water
boil water. Pour it over the herbs and allow to sit for 15-20 minutes.
Strain. Drink 1 cup every 4 hours.
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