Simvastatin Tablets

Description

About Simvastatin Tablets

Simvastatin is a medication that may help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes. As a member of the statin class of drugs, simvastatin works by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the liver. By blocking this enzyme, simvastatin may reduce the production of cholesterol, particularly low-density (“bad) lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Lowering LDL cholesterol levels may help prevent the buildup of plaque in the arteries, which can lead to atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, simvastatin may modestly increase levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, which may further assist with lipid profiles and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.[1][2]

Storage

Store this medication at 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C) and away from heat, moisture and light. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Throw away any unused medicine after the beyond use date. Do not flush unused medications or pour down a sink or drain.

References

National Center for Biotechnology Information. “Simvastatin.” PubChem, pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Simvastatin
Talreja O, Kerndt CC, Cassagnol M. Simvastatin. [Updated 2023 Jun 5]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK532919/