SIMVASTATIN

Overview

SIMVASTATIN is a Schedule H drug.
Simvastatin is in a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins." It reduces levels of "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, while increasing levels of "good" cholesterol,decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.Simvastatin is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides (types of fat) in the blood.
It works better if taken at night.

Usage

SIMVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol, Stroke, Heart Attack
SIMVASTATIN can address symptoms like: Weight Gain, Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• Never take simvastatin in larger amounts, or for longer than recommended by your doctor.
• Do not use if you are pregnant.
• You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to simvastatin.
• Take simvastatin exactly as prescribed.
• Taking too much of this medication may cause serious or life-threatening side effects.
• Simvastatin is usually taken at bedtime or with an evening meal.
• If you take simvastatin more than once daily, take it with meals.
• While using simvastatin, you may need frequent blood tests.It decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
• It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.

Symptoms of Overdosage

SIMVASTATIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

SIMVASTATIN : Heartburn, Skin Rash, Dry Skin, Joint Pain, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Head Headache, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Fainting, Body Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Cough, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Pain With Urination, Dry Mouth, Fever, Fruity Odor On Breath, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Lower Back Pain, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose, Body Excessive Sweating, Vomit, Weight Loss (unintentional), Fatigue (tiredness), Belching, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Increased Passing Gas, Spinning Sensation, Difficulty Sleeping

Serious Side-Effects

SIMVASTATIN : Myopathy, Rhabdomyolysis, Difficulty Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Dizziness, Fainting, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Body Discoloration

Rare Side-Effects

SIMVASTATIN : Diabetes Mellitus, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Disease Interactions

SIMVASTATIN can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Alcoholism, Myopathy, Hypothyroidism, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

SIMVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with SIMVASTATIN as Ingredient

ARSTATIN 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
ARSTATIN 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
ARSTATIN 40MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 40.0 MG
ARSTATIN EZ 10MG/10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG, EZETIMIBE 10.0 MG
BIOSIM 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
BIOSIM 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
BIOSIM 5MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5.0 MG
FEMELLA 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
POLYCAP CAP	ASPIRIN(ASA) 100.0 MG, ATENOLOL 50.0 MG, SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, RAMIPRIL 5.0 MG
SATIN 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIM 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIM 5MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5.0 MG
SIMASTIN 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMCARD 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10 MG
SIMCARD 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMCHOL 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMLIP 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMLO 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMLO 5MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5.0 MG
SIMLUP 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMLUP 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMVAS 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10 MG
SIMVAS 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMVASTOL 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMVASTOL 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMVASTOL 5MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5.0 MG
SIMVAX 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMVOFIX 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMVOFIX 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20 MG
SIMVOTIN 10MG FC-TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10 MG
SIMVOTIN 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SIMVOTIN 20MG FC-TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20 MG
SIMVOTIN 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
SIMVOTIN 40MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 40.0 MG
SIMVOTIN 5MG FC-TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5 MG
SIMVOTIN 5MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5.0 MG
SIMVOTIN EZ 10MG/10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG, EZETIMIBE 10.0 MG
SIMVOTIN EZ 20MG/10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG, EZETIMIBE 10.0 MG
STARSTAT 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
STARSTAT 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
STARSTAT 40MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 40.0 MG
STARSTAT EZ 10MG/10MG TAB	EZETIMIBE 10.0 MG, SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
STARSTAT EZ 20MG/10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG, EZETIMIBE 10.0 MG
STN 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
SVT FILM 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
ZOSTA 10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG
ZOSTA 20MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 20.0 MG
ZOSTA 40MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 40.0 MG
ZOSTA 5MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 5.0 MG
ZOSTAMAX 10MG/10MG TAB	SIMVASTATIN 10.0 MG, EZETIMIBE 10.0 MG