Zocor

Zocor

What is Zocor?

Zocor is a prescription drug that treats high cholesterol and lowers triglycerides and bad cholesterol.

It belongs to a class of medication known as statins and contains an active ingredient called simvastatin.

Order Zocor 5mg  drug used to  lowers your high cholesterol level in the blood and decreases the risk of heart disease.

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is build up in your blood vessels and leads to narrowing.

As a result, the chance of experiencing a heart attack or stroke is increased.

High levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood increased the risk of atherosclerosis.

 Buy Zocor 10mg medicine is recommended in adults and children who are at least above the age of 10 years.

Therefore, if you are still thinking about where to buy Zocor 5mg for human consumption then contact our online pharmacy.

After the prescription from the doctor, you can order Zocor 20mg  medicine from an online pharmacy at a cost-effective price.

How does Zocor work?

Zocor works by blocking an enzyme that slows down the production of cholesterol.

When there is less cholesterol build-up in your arteries, this drug prevents medical conditions like strokes & heart attacks.

How to use Zocor?

Read the patient information leaflet provided with the medicine and follow the recommendation of the doctor strictly.

In case, there is any doubt or question about simvastatin or its dosage then discuss it with the doctor.

Zocor 40mg medicine is taken by mouth with or without the food mainly once a day in the evening.

If you are using the liquid form of this drug then take it on an empty stomach or as directed by the doctor.

Shake the bottle well almost for 20 seconds before taking every dose.

By using a special measuring device or spoon, carefully measure the dosage.

Do not use a household spoon because, in this way, you might get the wrong dosage. 

Depending upon the medical condition and response to treatment, the doctor will determine the right dosage of the Zocor tablet.

Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of plain water without crushing, chewing, or breaking it.

You need to know that the maximum dose for this medicine is 40mg a day.

In case, the doctor prescribes you more than 40mg then continue with the same dose.

When using this drug for treating the cholesterol problem, make sure to follow the direction of your doctor.

When you take certain other drugs to lower cholesterol then take Zocor 1 hour before.

You can also take this pill 4-6 hours after taking other drugs that treat bad cholesterol.

Even if you feel well after a few days, continue taking this pill for the full prescribed time.

Simvastatin (Zocor) can help you maintain healthy cholesterol.

For individualised advice on safe use and possible advantages, speak with a healthcare provider.

Several people with high cholesterol do not feel ill but when the drug is stopped, the condition becomes worse.

To get the most benefit from it, continue taking this tablet regularly without skipping a dose.

Take this drug at the same time every day so that you remember taking it.

Do not increase or decrease the dose of Zocor unless recommended by the doctor.

Taking this medicine more often than directed by the doctor will not treat your condition quickly but instead cause side effects. 

When using this medicine, you can eat normally but make sure you avoid the consumption of oily & fatty foods.

Zocor precautions and warnings

Considering a few precautions and warnings beforehand can help the medicine work effectively.

Do not take Zocor, if you are allergic to it or suffer from any other kind of allergies like rashes and hives.

This medicine might contain some inactive ingredients that can make you suffer from allergic reactions.

Before undergoing any surgery including dental surgery, inform the doctor about using the Zocor tablet.

In case, you take Zetia with a statin then avoid the consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice.

Grapefruit can block the ability of your body to break down the Zocor tablet.

As a result, this medicine is built up in the body and the chances of side effects are increased.

Older adults can be more sensitive to the side effects of Zocor, usually muscle problems.

During pregnancy, this medicine should not be used because Simvastatin can harm an unborn baby.

When taking this medicine, you need to prevent pregnancy.

Make sure you discuss with the doctor about using reliable forms of birth control while using the Zocor tablet.

In case, you become pregnant or plan to get pregnant then inform the doctor beforehand.

It is not known whether Zocor passes into the breastmilk or not. So, a breastfeeding mother should consult the doctor once.

Avoid the consumption of alcohol during your treatment with Zocor as it can worsen your condition and cause liver disease.

Zocor side effects

Remember the doctor has recommended this medicine because he thinks its benefits are greater than the side effects.

Many people using this medicine to treat high cholesterol levels do experience any severe side effects.

A very less number of people using Simvastatin might experience mild confusion or memory problems. 

Intake of this medicine can also rarely cause muscle problems or worsen diabetes.

Some of the mild side effects even disappear once your body adjusts to this medicine.

However, some of the side effects of the Zocor tablet include:

• Signs of kidney problems like change in urine color
• Yellowing of eyes & skin
• Persistent nausea and vomiting
• Serious stomach and abdominal pain

Get emergency medical help, if any of these side effects become worse or turn out to be worse.