When Zocor Should Not Be Taken
One
who takes Zocor (simvastatin) should be aware
of the following, as these are the most important:
- Zocor (simvastatin) should not be taken
without a physician’s consultation,
especially if one has liver disease,
- Also, one should not take….if one
has: kidney disease, a chronic muscular disease,
or have a blood disorder.
- A person’s liver can be damaged by
both Zocori and alcohol. In view of this,
one should consult his or her physician if
Zocori is the appropriate cholesterol lowering
agent to take in view of one’s alcohol
consumption.
- Zocor (simvastatin) should not be taken
during pregnancy or even if one is planning
a pregnancy. During breast-feeding as well
it is considered risky to take Zocor.
- One is advised to see a doctor immediately
if s/he experiences unusual muscle pain, tenderness,
especial if accompanied by fever, discoloration
of the skin and eyes and symptoms of flue.
- Zocor is not recommended for children (Zocor,
2004)
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