Simvastatin

Simvastatin is a lipid-regulating and anti-atherosclerotic drug used for hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, etc.

It is recommended to perform liver function tests before the start of treatment and when clinically indicated.

This product is administered orally. The recommended dose range is 5-40 mg per day, taken once in the evening.

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Comprehensive interpretation of simvastatin

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Effects:
This product is used for hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, etc.

Dosage and administration:
Before receiving this product, patients should follow a standard cholesterol-lowering diet and continue to maintain it during treatment. The recommended dose range is 5-40 mg per day, taken once in the evening. The dose should be adjusted individually according to the baseline low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level, the recommended treatment goals and the patient’s response. The dose adjustment should be 4 weeks or more apart. The recommended starting dose is 10 mg or 20 mg per day, taken once in the evening. For patients who are at high risk of CHD events due to coronary heart disease, diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, stroke or other cerebrovascular disease history, the recommended starting dose is 20-40 mg/day. For patients who only need a moderate reduction in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, the starting dose is 10 mg. The same drug produced by different manufacturers may have inconsistent instructions. If you find inconsistencies in the drug instructions before taking the drug, please consult a doctor or pharmacist in time.

Drug contraindications:
Contraindicated during pregnancy, contraindicated during lactation, contraindicated for allergies to this product, contraindicated for liver function damage, contraindicated for kidney function damage, use with caution when drinking alcohol, and use with caution
Related dosage forms:
Tablets, capsules