Simvastatin (Zocor)

Cholesterol Drugs Slideshow

• Simvastatin (Zocor) Information
• Why Is Zocor Used?
• Who Should Not Take Zocor?
• Special Warnings With Zocor
• What Should I Tell My Doctor?
• What Are Some Possible Side Effects of Zocor?
• For More Information and Label Information
• Synonyms and Keywords
• Authors and Editors

Simvastatin (Zocor) Information

Zocor is the brand name. Simvastatin is the generic name. Zocor is the first drug shown to reduce the total death rate by reducing LDL ("bad" cholesterol) concentrations in people with coronary heart disease. Zocor is proven to reduce coronary heart disease events, such as heart attack and angina (chest pain), and deaths due to heart attack.

For more information on statins and how they work, see Understanding Cholesterol-Lowering Medications, Medical Treatment.
 
Basic medication information is as follows:

• Active ingredient: Simvastatin

• Dosage form: Tablet

• Strength: 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 mg

• FDA approval: 12/23/1991

• Company name: Merck