Zocor

Active Ingredient(s): Simvastatin
FDA Approved: * December 23, 1991
Pharm Company: * MERCK
Category: Cholesterol

Simvastatin, sold under the brand name Zocor among others, is a lipid-lowering medication.[2] It is used along with exercise, diet, and weight loss to decrease elevated lipid levels.[2] It is also used to decrease the risk of heart problems in those at high risk.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include constipation, headaches, and nausea.[2] Serious side effects may include muscle breakdown, liver ... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Zocor 543;80
Zocor 80 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0543
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Zocor MSD;726;ZOCOR;5 OR MSD;726;ZOCOR
Zocor 5 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0726
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Zocor MSD;735
Zocor 10 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0735
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Zocor MSD;740
Zocor 20 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0740
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Zocor MSD;749
Zocor 40 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0749
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Zocor MSD;740
Zocor 20 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 49999-306
Labeler:
Lake Erie Medical Surgical & Supply Dba Quality Care Products LLC
Zocor 80 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated
NDC: 78206-179
Labeler:
Organon LLC
Zocor 10 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated
NDC: 78206-180
Labeler:
Organon LLC
Zocor 20 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated
NDC: 78206-181
Labeler:
Organon LLC
Zocor 40 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated
NDC: 78206-182
Labeler:
Organon LLC

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