Indications for use – what Zocor is used for
Medical therapy is indicated as an adjunct to diet for poor response to diets restricting saturated fat and cholesterol and other non-pharmacological measures. In patients with ischemic heart disease (CHD) or at high risk of developing CAD, Zocor therapy can be started simultaneously with the diet.
In patients at high risk of coronary events due to existing coronary artery disease, diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, a history of stroke, or other cerebrovascular disease, Zocor is indicated for:
• reducing the risk of overall mortality by reducing the number of deaths from coronary artery disease.
• Reduce the risk of non-fatal myocardial infarction and stroke.
• Reduce the need for coronary and non-coronary revascularization procedures.
This list may not be complete, so please ask your doctor if you have any questions.
Zocor can be used to treat the following conditions:
• high cholesterol
• homozygous inherited high blood cholesterol
• heterozygous inherited high blood cholesterol
• high levels of triglycerides in the blood
• high cholesterol and high triglycerides
• elevated levels of triglycerides and cholesterol
• treatment to prevent a heart attack
. the list does not include all diseases that can be treated with Zocor.
Zokor price in the online store Pharmacy
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The cost of Zocor 40mg oral tablets is around CZK 230 for a stock of 30 tablets.
Mechanisms of action of simvastatin
How does Zocor lower cholesterol levels? Statins have been shown to lower blood cholesterol and prevent atherosclerosis or heart disease. They work by decreasing the production of cholesterol in the liver. They block an enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase, which the liver uses to make cholesterol.
Why is Zokor given at night? Most statin manufacturers recommend taking them at night, based on physiological studies showing that most cholesterol is synthesized when dietary intake is minimal.
How much does Zocor lower cholesterol levels? Zocor lowered LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by an average of 35%. Zocor lowered total cholesterol by an average of 25%. Zocor lowered triglyceride levels by an average of 10%.
Do you age faster on Zokor? However, this is not the only mechanism that has been demonstrated, and which one is causal has not actually been established. Interestingly, another study recently reported that statins may slow down aging, as they were found to be associated with an increase in telomere length.
Dosage
Take Zocor in the same way. Follow all instructions on the leaflet. Never take this medicine in large amounts or for longer than prescribed. Taking too much of this medicine can cause serious or life-threatening side effects.
Zocor is usually taken at bedtime or in the evening. If you are taking this medicine more than once a day, take it with a meal. Your doctor may change your dose from time to time to ensure the best results.
The usual dosage range is 5-40 mg per day. In patients with coronary heart disease or at high risk of coronary artery disease, treatment with Zocor can be started simultaneously with the diet. The recommended usual starting dose is 10 or 20 mg once daily in the evening. In patients at high risk of coronary heart disease due to existing coronary artery disease, diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular disease, stroke, or other cerebrovascular disease in history, the recommended starting dose is 40 mg per day. Lipid determination should be performed after 4 weeks of treatment and periodically thereafter.
Side effects
The more common side effects of Zocor include:
• heartburn
• gas formation
• bloating
• stomach ache
• stomach upset
• nausea
• constipation
• diarrhea
• headache • pain in
joints
• muscle pain
• rash
• sleep problems (insomnia)
Call your doctor right away if you have:
• symptoms of a kidney problem – little or no urination
• painful or difficult urination
• swelling in the legs or ankles
• feeling tired or short of breath
• or muscle weakness in the hips, shoulders, neck and back
• difficulty raising arms, difficulty lifting or standing
Contraindication
Before taking simvastatin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have other allergies. Before using this medicine, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, alcohol use.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that statins are not recommended for pregnant women. They are “Pregnancy Category X” drugs, which means that studies have shown that they can cause birth defects and that the risks clearly outweigh any benefits.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zocor? While there is no direct risk from taking these two substances, both statins and alcohol can impair liver function and cause tissue damage. Thus, mixing alcohol and statins can put more stress on the liver, potentially increasing the risk of liver damage or disease.
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