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Zocor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Zocor safe for pregnant women?
Zocor should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zocor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Zocor. Immediately discontinue Zocor if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Zocor on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Zocor. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zocor on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Zocor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zocor on the Heart?
Zocor has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zocor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zocor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zocor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zocor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zocor since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zocor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zocor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zocor
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Zocor to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zocor
Consuming Zocor with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zocor (simvastatin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 377
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650