Simvastatin is used for: Hyperlipidaemias; stroke prevention.
Recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for Simvastatin.
Simvastatin tablets USP are indicated: To reduce the risk of total mortality by reducing risk of coronary heart disease death, non-fatal myocardial infarction and stroke, and the need for coronary and non-coronary revascularization procedures in adults with established coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral vascular disease, and/or diabetes, who are at high risk of coronary heart disease events.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin. Full label: DailyMed.
Simvastatin tablets USP are indicated: To reduce the risk of total mortality by reducing risk of coronary heart disease death, non-fatal myocardial infarction and stroke, and the need for coronary and non-coronary revascularization procedures in adults with established coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral vascular disease, and/or diabetes, who are at high risk of coronary heart disease events. As an adjunct to diet to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C): In adults with primary hyperlipidemia. In adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH). As an adjunct to other LDL-C-lowering therapies to reduce LDL-C in adults with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH). As an adjunct to diet for the treatment of adults with: Primary dysbetalipoproteinemia. Hypertriglyceridemia.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin. Full label: DailyMed.
Important Dosage and Administration Information: Take simvastatin tablets USP orally once daily in the evening. Maximum recommended dosage is simvastatin tablets USP 40 mg once daily. An 80 mg daily dosage of simvastatin tablets USP is restricted to patients who have been taking simvastatin tablets USP 80 mg daily chronically (e.g., for 12 months or more) without evidence of muscle toxicity.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Simvastatin is contraindicated in the following conditions: Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (select azole anti-fungals, macrolide antibiotics, anti-viral medications, and nefazodone). Concomitant use of cyclosporine, danazol or gemfibrozil. Acute liver failure or decompensated cirrhosis Hypersensitivity to simvastatin or any excipients in simvastatin tablets USP.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis: Risk factors include age 65 years or greater, uncontrolled hypothyroidism, renal impairment, concomitant use with certain other drugs, and higher simvastatin dosage. Chinese patients may be at higher risk for myopathy. Discontinue simvastatin if markedly elevated CK levels occur or myopathy is diagnosed or suspected. Temporarily discontinue simvastatin in patients experiencing an acute or serious condition at high risk of developing renal failure secondary to rhabdomyolysis. Inform patients of the risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis when starting or increasing simvastatin dosage.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy Hepatic Dysfunction Increases in HbA1c and Fasting Serum Glucose Levels Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) are: upper respiratory infection, headache, abdominal pain, constipation, and nausea.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
14 brands · 5 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Simvastatin guide →
Storage Store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Simvastatin.
What is Simcard 20?
Simcard 20mg Tablet is a Simvastatin medicine made by Cipla Ltd. It comes as 20mg Tablet.
What is Simcard 20 used for?
Simvastatin is used for Hyperlipidaemias, stroke prevention.
What is the generic name of Simcard 20?
The generic name of Simcard 20 is Simvastatin.
Which brands of Simvastatin are available in Nepal?
14 brands of Simvastatin are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 5 makers — including Simcard 10mg Tablet, Simcard 5mg Tablet, Simchol 10mg Tablet, Simchol 20mg Tablet, Simchol 5mg Tablet, Simvas 10mg Tablet.
What are the side effects of Simvastatin?
The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy Hepatic Dysfunction Increases in HbA1c and Fasting Serum Glucose Levels Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) are: upper respiratory infection, headache, abdominal pain, constipation, and nausea.
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