SURVEYOR Health - Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Simvastatin

Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Simvastatin

Simvastatin has 72 Side Effects total
27 are Life Threatening
11 Occur Most Frequently

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Uses of Simvastatin

USES:
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.

In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

Simvastatin has 27 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects

Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Liver Function Tests - Abnormal Hepatic Function Tests is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Arthritis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Bronchitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Cataracts is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Chest Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Decreased Blood Platelets - Thrombocytopenic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Erythema Multiforme is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Large Purple or Brown Skin Blotches - Purpura is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Liver Failure - Hepatic Failure is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Lung Tissue Problems - Interstitial Lung Disease is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Lupus-Like Syndrome is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Muscle Disease - Myopathy is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Muscle Inflammation - Myositis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Muscle Pain - Myalgia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Pancreatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Paralysis of Some or All of the Muscles of the Eye - Ophthalmoplegia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Serious Muscle Damage that may Lead to Kidney Failure - Rhabdomyolysis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Sinus Irritation and Congestion - Sinusitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Trouble Breathing - Dyspnea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Urinary Tract Infection - Urinary Tract Infections is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Vasculitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

Critical Seriousness - Yellowing of Skin or Eyes from Bile Flow Problems - Obstructive Hyperbilirubinemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Simvastatin

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Simvastatin has 11 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects

Acute Infection of the Nose, Throat or Sinus - Upper Respiratory Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Diarrhea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Gas - Flatulence is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Heartburn is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Incomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements - Constipation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Rash - Skin Rash is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

Stomach Cramps - Abdominal Pain with Cramps is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Simvastatin

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Simvastatin has 11 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Simvastatin.

Simvastatin Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Absolute Contraindications

Disease of Liver - Liver Problems is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Lactating Mother - A Mother who is Producing Milk and Breastfeeding is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Pregnancy is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Rhabdomyolysis - Serious Muscle Damage that may Lead to Kidney Failure is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Relative Contraindications

Abnormal Hepatic Function Tests - Abnormal Liver Function Tests is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Alcoholism - Habit of Drinking Too Much Alcohol is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Hemorrhagic Stroke - Stroke caused by Bleeding in the Brain is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Myopathy with CK Elevation - Muscle Pain or Tenderness with Increase Creatine Kinase is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Surgical Procedure - Recent Operation is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Trauma - Injury is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Contraindication Warnings

Severe Renal Disease - Serious Kidney Problems is a contraindication of Simvastatin.

Simvastatin has 10 related brands and strengths:

Simvastatin 10 Mg Tab Simvastatin 20 Mg Tab Simvastatin 40 Mg Tab Simvastatin 5 Mg Tab Simvastatin 80 Mg Tab Zocor 10 Mg Tab Zocor 20 Mg Tab Zocor 40 Mg Tab Zocor 5 Mg Tab Zocor 80 Mg Tab

Simvastatin - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.