Simvastatin Tablets (Simvastatin)

Adult dose

Patients should undergo a standard cholesterol-lowering diet before and during treatment with this medication. 1. Reducing risk of cardiovascular disease - The recommended initial starting dose of simvastatin is 40 mg once daily. 2. Hyperlipidemia - A typical starting dose of 20 mg is recommended to be taken as 1 dose in the evening. - For patients with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia, starting with 10 mg is recommended.

Child dose

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17) - The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily in the evening. - The recommended dosage range is 10 to 40 mg daily, with a maximum dose of

This medication may pose a risk of muscle-related abnormalities, so caution should be exercised, especially when taking high doses or combining with other medications. If muscle pain or weakness occurs, notify a doctor immediately, and if symptoms worsen, discontinue use. Do not take if there is a history of liver disease or if liver function test results are abnormal, as this may affect liver function. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers should not take this medication and must discontinue it immediately if pregnancy is confirmed during treatment. There is an increased risk of side effects when taken with certain medications, so inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other drugs. Additional caution is needed for elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function, as well as those with hypothyroidism. This medication may raise blood sugar levels in some patients, so individuals at risk of diabetes should regularly check blood sugar levels. Regular liver function and muscle-related tests should be conducted, and consult a healthcare professional if any unusual symptoms arise. Moreover, avoid substances such as grapefruit juice that inhibit CYP3A4 enzymes, as they may increase the risk of side effects from this medication. Children and adolescents over 10 years old, particularly females who have menstruated for at least a year, are eligible for treatment; it is not recommended for other age groups. Lastly, this medication should only be taken according to a doctor's prescription and instructions, and should be stored out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice, systemic lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

Abdominal pain, weakness, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, bloating, nausea, headache, upper respiratory infection, atrial fibrillation, gastritis, diabetes, muscle pain, insomnia, dizziness, bronchitis, rhinitis, eczema, urinary tract infection, alopecia, pruritus, various skin changes, drug rash resembling lichen planus, gynecomastia, decreased libido, sexual dysfunction, cataract progression, ophthalmoplegia, anemia, thyroid function abnormalities, transient and mild liver function test abnormalities, H

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its effectiveness.

Appearance

Yellowish-brown oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle