Can I Eat Grapefruit While On Zocor?

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My father in law is on a cholesterol lowering medication and is no longer allowed to eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice. I have just begun Zocor and am concerned.

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I just read that you can't drink more than a quart of juice or large amount of grapefruit. That being said, I'd ask your pharmacist.

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my father eats grapefruit, but his doctor told him not to eat it very often

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I eat 1/2 a grapefruit in the AM and take my Zocor at night. Is there a problem with doing this?

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There is an enzyme in grapefruit that can inhibit your body's ability to break down some medications, such as Zocor, which could result in you absorbing too much of the given medication. Thus, it is best to abstain from eating grapefruit, or drinking its juice, while taking Zocor.

However, if your doctor approves of you enjoying the fruit, you should be careful not to ingest more than they recommend.

Typical side effects of Zocor may include: nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches.

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