Simvastatin Tablets

• Simvastatin

Simvastatin is a common prescription medication used to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides. As this eMedTV page explains, it can also prevent cardiovascular disease. Dosing information, storage methods, and side effects are also covered.

• What Is Simvastatin Used for?

What is Simvastatin used for? As this eMedTV page explains, Simvastatin treats high cholesterol and high triglycerides, as well as decreasing the chances of developing cardiovascular disease. This page also covers Simvastatin uses in children.

• Simvastatin Side Effects

Diarrhea, gas, and nausea are a few common Simvastatin side effects. This eMedTV page also lists rare side effects like anxiety, and things to report to your doctor right away like muscle tenderness or weakness along with a fever or feeling of sickness.

• Dosing With Simvastatin

The average daily Simvastatin dose is 5 mg to 80 mg. This eMedTV page also lists the starting dosages for adults and children, and advises talking with your healthcare provider if you're unsure about anything related to dosing with Simvastatin.

• Drug Interactions With Simvastatin

Niacin, warfarin, and fibrates are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Simvastatin. This eMedTV page explains how drug interactions with Simvastatin can raise your risk of serious muscle problems (such as myopathy), among other things.

• Simvastatin and Alcohol

This eMedTV Web page explains why you may want to avoid mixing simvastatin and alcohol. Specifically, taking the two substances together may not be safe for people who regularly consume a large quantity of alcohol or for people with liver disease.

• Precautions and Warnings of Simvastatin

As this eMedTV page explains, there are many precautions and warnings of Simvastatin to be aware of. Among other warnings, this page covers the safety of taking Simvastatin if you are pregnant or nursing, or drink alcohol or grapefruit juice often.