Simvastatin

Synonym : Velastatin

Molecular Formulae: : C25H38O5 = 469.4

Precautions : Hypersensitivity. pregnancy. porphyria.

Indications/Uses: Hypercholesterolaemia 10mg nocte.

Interactions : Substrate of cyp3a3/4. inducers eg rifampicin decrease effect while inhibitors eg ketoconazole increase effect of saquinavir

Side Effects : Alopecia. gastro-intestinal disturbances. reversible myositis. hypersensitivity reactions. anaemia. dizziness. peripheral neuropathy. jaundice. hepatitis. paraesthesia.

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Brands with Simvastatin :

Listam
Simva-denk
Simva-denk
Simvor
Zistatin
Zistatin
Zistatin
Zocor
Zocor