Zocor

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    Zocor Basics

    What is Zocor Used For?

    It is used to lower bad cholesterol (LDL), lower triglycerides, and raise good cholesterol (HDL).
    It is used to slow the progress of heart disease.
    It is used to lower the chance of heart attack, stroke, and death in some people.
    It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

    Pronunciation

    (sim va STAT in)

    Common Brands

    Zocor

    Drug Class

    HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor

    Pharmacist tips for Zocor

    What are the side effects of Zocor?

    With any medication, there are risks and benefits. Even if the medication is working, you may experience some unwanted side effects.

    WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.A heartbeat that does not feel normal.Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed.This drug may cause muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness. The risk may be raised if this drug is taken with some other drugs. Sometimes, a severe muscle problem may happen that may lead to kidney problems. Rarely, deaths have happened in people who get these problems when taking drugs like this one. Call your doctor right away if you have abnormal muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (with or without fever or feeling out of sorts). Call your doctor right away if you have muscle signs that last after your doctor has told you to stop taking this drug.Liver problems have happened with drugs like this one. Sometimes, this has been deadly. Call your doctor right away if you have signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.

    All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
    Headache.
    Stomach pain.
    Upset stomach.
    Constipation.
    Signs of a common cold.
    These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
    You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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