Get Informed: Zocor

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Patient Comments about
Zocor

Active Ingredient(s)

Simvastatin

What does it do?

Zocor

This product is primarily used to reduce cholesterol. It works by blocking an important enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) used by the body to produce cholesterol.

Last Text Update:
 2009-Nov-20 7:45 PM
Last Data Update:
 2009-Nov-20 6:52 PM

Other Names

  • Simvastatin
  • Zocor
  • Lipex

How Safe Is It?

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Average Risk Rating
2: General
Pregnancy Category:
X
Black Box Warning:
No

Facts & Figures

Date Approved
23 Dec 1991
Est US Patients*
6,401,000
Generic Available
Yes
OTC Available
No

User Age Distribution*

0

< 21

2

21-39

32

40-59

66

60+

Age (Years)

* Estimated number of US people currently taking Zocor or its active ingredient based on population adjusted patient numbers registered with iGuard.org.

Other Resources

Recent alerts for Zocor

Zocor Safety Report

2: General

The iGuard risk rating for Zocor is blue. It means that Zocor normally has a low risk of serious or long-term side effects if used under normal medical supervision.

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What is Zocor used for?

iGuard.org is currently tracking more than 37,500 patients that use Zocor (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)). Use the table below to learn why iGuard users take this product; click on any underlined condition to get information on other medications used for treatment.

Disease / Condition % Average Severity
High Cholesterol 91% 5
Diabetes 7% 5
Heart Disease Prevention 2% 5
Other 6% 5

How well does Zocor work?

iGuard.org regularly polls our more than 37,500 users taking Zocor (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM) . This feedback is continuously updated in tables below for the benefit of the iGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@iguard.org.

Average Satisfaction Score

(out of 10)

Average Effectiveness Score

(out of 10)

65 69
77%
of patients are confident that the good things about Zocor outweigh the bad things.
16%
of patients wish they were told more before they started taking Zocor.

Common Side Effects of Zocor

iGuard.org regularly polls our more than 37,500 users taking Zocor (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) to monitor the development and frequency of side-effects. This feedback is continuously updated in tables and graphs below for the benefit of the iGuard community.

25%

25% of patients experience side-effects on Zocor

1%

1% of patients experience signifcant side-effects on Zocor


Most Common Side Effects...

  • 10% Muscle Pain/Stiffness
  • = 10%

Less than 1%: Abdominal Pain, Altered Taste, Bladder/Urinary Problems, Congestion, Constipation, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Fatigue, Grogginess/Confusion, Hair Loss, Headache, Insomnia, Itch, Kidney Problems, Loss of Libido, Memory/Speech Problems, Mental Haziness, Nausea/Vomiting, Sexual Problems, Weakness, Weight Gain


Global Patient Feedback for Zocor (Simvastatin) ( Post a comment )

Comments, Questions, and Answers
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Question/Comment:

I am a 45 year old on Simvastatin and I have been experiencing muscle pain and spasms all over my body could that be from the medicine? it hit's me in the calves of my legs and in my sides and stomach

45 year old Female

Posted: 2009-11-20 03:26:30

Question/Comment:

When I take Simvastatin, I have tinkling and muscle spasms & cramps in the calves of my legs, as well as in my feet so badly that I can't get a decent night's sleep. I must constantly massage these areas with a good "pain rub" (such as Flexall 454, Zero Pain, etc) all night long. Also, it makes my legs "go to sleep" without my even knowing it, and when I stand up from sitting or lying, sometimes I fall down immediately, unexpectedly. So far, haven't hurt myself badly in the falls, but feel that it could happen just anytime!
Really messes up my rest and sleep, so I decided that "quality sleep/rest" was as important as lowering my cholesterol, and quit using it about 9 days ago! The muscle spasms stopped completely after about 48 hours. I REFUSE to go back on that "stuff". As Nancy Reagan said, "Just say no!"

67 year old Female

Posted: 2009-11-15 15:44:23

Question/Comment:

Would muscle pain be generalized or could it simply be one muscle? I started Simvatatin about a week and a half ago, and my left arm (biceps area) is very stiff and sore but only on the left side. All the rest of me feels fine. Should I be concerned? It's been about four days and still very tender and sore.

56 year old Female

Posted: 2009-10-29 12:59:37

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

You should report any persistent unexplained muscle ache(s) to your doctor and seek a medical evaluation as soon as possible, especially while taking any statin drugs. Muscle soreness could be caused by various conditions and your doctor will be able to determine its cause.

Posted: 2009-11-03 13:16:29

Question/Comment:

I am taking Simvastin & Tricor, having a hard time sleeping at night. My body hurts so that I wake up & turn over alot at night. Have muscle cramps in legs also! Lot of hair loss also. Think I'm going to tell my Dr. to change both of them!

72 year old Female

Posted: 2009-09-27 12:08:27

Question/Comment:

I've been taking Simvastatin for approximately 1 year and was wondering if anyone has had any strange anxiety or panic attacks while taking this drug.

55 year old female

55 year old Female

Posted: 2009-09-25 15:08:16

Answer/Reply:

I did, it is down as a minor side affect but they send me crazy, crazy enough to have stopped taking them altogether and risk the consequences

48 year old Female

Posted: 2009-09-28 15:51:58

iGuard.org Answer/Reply:

Simvastatin has not been reported to cause anxiety or panic attacks. If you are experiencing new or worsening panic attacks and anxiety, you need to talk to your physician about the underlying cause. Also, sometimes it helps to discuss the anxiety with a trusted friend or relative.

Posted: 2009-09-29 14:09:04

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