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Simvistatin
Were you looking for more information about Simvastatin? Simvistatin is a common misspelling of simvastatin.
Simvastatin (Zocor®) is a prescription medicine licensed for the prevention of cardiovascular disease and the treatment of high cholesterol and high triglycerides. It works by blocking the enzyme that controls cholesterol production in the body, which can help reduce LDL levels ("bad cholesterol"), decrease triglycerides, and increase HDL levels ("good cholesterol"). Simvastatin comes in tablet form and is typically taken one a day. Side effects of the medication may include muscle pain, abdominal pain, and constipation.
(Click Simvastatin to learn more about the uses, effects, various strengths, and potential side effects of the medication. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on simvastatin.)
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD