Survive-At 10Mg Tablets 10S (Pack Size 1 X 10S)
Brand : werrick pharmaceuticals
Per Box
Rs. 142.50
Rs. 150.00
How it works
Simvastatin belongs to a group of medicines called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. In terms of good and bad cholesterol, Simvastatin reduces the 'bad' cholesterol and raises the 'good' cholesterol.
Description
SURVIVE-AT 10MG TAB 10'S
Generics
Simvastatin
used for
Cholesterol Control
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Indication
Simvastatin may be used in these people, regardless of their cholesterol level, to •Help prolong life by reducing the risk of a heart attack • Reduce the risk of stroke • Reduce the need for surgery to increase blood flow to the heart • Reduce the need for hospitalisation due to angina.
Side Effects
• Constipation, diarrhoea, wind • stomach upset or pain, feeling sick (nausea) • headache • dizziness • tingling in the hands or feet • signs of anaemia, such as tiredness, being short of breath, and looking pale • larger breasts than normal in men • bruising more easily than normal • skin rash, itchiness • fever, generally feeling unwell • pinkish, itchy swellings on the skin, also called hives or nettle rash • painful, swollen joints • feel tired or weak • loss of appetite • upper belly pain • dark urine • yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
When not to Use
Do not take this medicine if you have an allergy to Simvastatin or other brands of simvastatin or to any of the active ingredient listed.
Dosage
Adults : Hyperlipidaemia : Initially 10mg at night adjusting at minimum 4 wk intervals according to response. Usual range 10-80mg daily daily a single dose at night. Children : Under 5yr , not recommended. Hyperlipidaemia including familial hypercholesterolaemia : 5-10 yr, initially 10mg at night increased , if necessary at intervals of atleast 4 wk to max 20mg at night ; 10-18yr , initially 10mg at night increased , if necessary , at intervals of at least 4 wk to max 40mg at night. Always consult to your doctor or pharmacist for dose adjustments.
Storage yes or /no
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
Precautions
If you have been told by your doctor that you have intolerance to some sugars, tell your doctor before taking it.
Warning 1
Tell your doctor if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness not caused by exercise. This is because on rare occasions, muscle problems can be serious, including muscle breakdown resulting in kidney damage that can lead to death. Your doctor may do a blood test to check for certain muscle problems.
Warning 2
Tell your doctor if you ever had liver disease. Your doctor will do a blood test to make sure you have no problems with your liver.
Warning 3
Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or any other medical problems.
Pregnancy category
This Medicine should not be use in Pregnancy.
Drug Interactions
Nefazodone , indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir and saquinavir , boceprevir or telaprevir , gemfibrozil, ciclosporin , danazol , erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin and fusidic acid, ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, posaconazole and voriconazole, gemfibrozil , warfarin , verapamil, diltiazem or amlodipine, lomitapide , amiodarone, digoxin , elbasvir or grazoprevir
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