May 6, 2024 · Zocor (simvastatin) reduces low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and total cholesterol in the blood. Includes Zocor side effects, interactions and indications.

Jul 8, 2024 · Simvastatin is commonly used to lower bad cholesterol levels (LDL-C) and fats (triglycerides) in the blood. It also increases good cholesterol levels (HDL). Improving your …

Aug 17, 2023 · Zocor (simvastatin) is a statin that lowers lipids and cholesterol levels used in conjunction with lifestyle changes such as a low-fat, low cholesterol diet, and exercise to …

The maximum recommended dosage is ZOCOR 40 mg once daily. An 80 mg daily dosage of ZOCOR is restricted to patients who have been taking simvastatin 80 mg daily chronically …

Feb 19, 2020 · ZOCOR 40 MG TABLET is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus …

Take ZOCOR orally once daily in the evening. Maximum recommended dosage is ZOCOR 40 mg once daily. An 80 mg daily dosage of ZOCOR is restricted to patients who have been taking …

Jul 24, 2024 · The recommended dosage to lower the risk of cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) problems and death is 20 mg to 40 mg of Zocor. You’ll take the dose once per day, in …

Mar 28, 2025 · For patients that require a high-intensity statin or are unable to achieve their LDL-C goal receiving ZOCOR 40 mg daily, prescribe alternative LDL-C-lowering treatment. Assess …

Sep 28, 2023 · Typical Zocor dosages range from 20–40 mg per day. The maximum recommended dosage is 40 mg per day.

Each brick-red, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet, engraved "MSD 749" on one side and plain on the other, contains 40 mg of simvastatin.