Generic for Zocor for Lower Cholesterol - Drug Information

Generic Name - Simvastatin

Category - HMG-coA reductase inhibitor

Indications

Lower cholesterol
Generic Zocor is indicated to block the body's ability to make cholesterol. Simvastatin (Generic Sporfloxacin) can help lower blood cholesterol for patients who are at risk of getting heart disease or a stroke. It is only for patients whose cholesterol level is not controlled by diet.

Generic for Zocor Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Zocor is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Zocor should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Any hormone disorder (such as diabetes, under-active thyroid)
Blood salt imbalance
Infection
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Low blood pressure
Muscle disorder or condition
Recent surgery
Seizures (convulsions)
Severe injury

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Zocor. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Amprenavir
Atazanavir
Clarithromycin
Delavirdine
Erythromycin
Grapefruit juice
Indinavir
Itraconazole
Ketoconazole
Lopinavir; ritonavir
Mibefradil
Nefazodone
Nelfinavir
Ritonavir
Saquinavir
Went yeast

Generic for Zocor Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericZocor
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Zocor is 20 milligrams once a day in the evening. For high cholesterol patients the dose will start at 40mg adjusted every 4 weeks. For those with severe kidney disease the dose should start at 5mg a day.

Generic for Zocor Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Zocor side Effects include constipation, diarrhea, gas, muscle weakness with rash, nausea, upper respiratory infection, upset stomach and general weakness.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Zocor.

Generic for Zocor and Pregnancy

Generic Zocor blocks formation of cholesterol, which is necessary for the fetus to develop properly. HMG-coA reductase inhibitors may cause birth defects or other problems in the baby if taken during pregnancy. Do consult your doctor and seek medical advice before using Generic Zocor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Generic for Zocor and Breastfeeding

Generic Zocor is not recommended for use during breast-feeding because they may cause unwanted effects in nursing babies

Generic for Zocor and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Zocor in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Zocor and Geriatric

Generic Zocor has been tested in a limited number of patients 65 years of age or older and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.

Note

The above information about Generic Zocor serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.