Simvastatin oral tablet is available as a brand-name drug and a generic drug. Brand name: Zocor. Simvastatin comes in two forms: an oral tablet and an oral suspension. Simvastatin oral tablet is used ...

Retrospective studies have shown that statins decrease the rate and severity of exacerbations, the rate of hospitalization, and mortality in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). We ...

If you're over 50 and taking statin drugs-or your doctor just handed you a new prescription-you're in very good company. More ...

Studies in animals and in vitro and phase 2 studies in humans suggest that statins may be beneficial in the treatment of the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). This study tested the ...

Are you taking Simvastatin? Are you aware of the dangers of combining Simvastatin with certain foods, herbs, or alcohol? Drug-food-interactions are seldom discussed but can lead to undesirable side ...

Simvastatin is a medication for treating high cholesterol. Medicare Part D and Part C plans with drug coverage should, in most cases, cover this drug or an effective alternative. Simvastatin (Zocor) ...

New cause found: Advanced imaging showed statins binding to RyR1 muscle receptors, disrupting calcium flow and possibly causing cramps, stiffness, or weakness. Why it matters: Muscle symptoms lead ...

Savvy Statin Shopping The Simvastatin Saga: Review of the FDA Drug Safety Warnings Mechanisms of Statin-Related Muscle Injury Final Thoughts From the Statin Savvy Shopper References I admit that I ...

Yesterday the Food and Drug Administration told doctors to stop prescribing the top 80-milligram dose of simvastatin, also known by the brand name Zocor, to new patients because of a heightened risk ...

Cholesterol-lowering drugs prove their worth in the battle against polycystic ovary syndrome ...