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How to Take Simvastatin and it's Dose


It comes as a tablet to take by mouth (orally). It is usually taken one to three times a day, with or without food. Avoid excessive consumption (> 1 L/day) of grapefruit juice.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

The recommended dose is 5-20mg/day by orally. The maximum dose is 40mg/day.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, acute liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations of serum transaminases, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Drug Name : Simvastatin

This medication is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as a "statin", used for lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients with appropriate diet.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Simvastatin

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Zocor
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