Simvastatin
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Q: Can Simvastatin cause depression or strong emotional feelings?
I have taken lovastatin previously and have just started Simvastatin about ten days ago.
A: I’m assuming you have high cholesterol? Are you also by chance on Synthroid or Levoxyl for hypothyroid? Or, do you have any family members who are hypothyroid? Rising cholesterol and depression is common with low thyroid, and with the correct treatment in the use of desiccated thyroid (Armour, Naturethroid), can be eradicated…if that is the cause. Most everyone’s cholesterol falls when on Armour. Here are stories of depression that does away: http://www.stopthethyroidmadness.com/inspiring-stories
If you haven’t been diagnosed, and to find your hypo, beware of the TSH lab, which can often be “normal” in spite of clear hypothyroidism. You need the free T3 test, which if mid-range or lower, is hypo. Most doctors are clueless about this. http://www.stopthethyroidmadness.com/recommended-labwork
Q: Do any pharmacies have Simvastatin on their $4 prescription list?
Was just prescribed Simvastatin for cholesterol but am not having any luck finding a pharmacy that has it on their discount prescription list. Does anybody know of a place that has this for $4 or $5?
A: It is not currently on the discount prescription list of the major nationwide chains (Walmart, Target, etc.) The statins available are Pravastatin and Lovastatin. All of the statins are felt to be overall equivalent when prescribed at the appropriate dose. If cost is an issue for you, then talk to your doctor about possibly switching to Lovastatin or Pravastatin. I hope this helps.
Q: Is it ok to take atenolol 50 mg daily at the same time taking simvastatin 40 mg daily to lower cholesterol?
Is it ok to take atenolol 50 mg daily at the same time taking simvastatin 40 mg daily to lower cholesterol?
A: i have been on both for more than six years now and no problems in fact a recent uk study has found that statins given to healthy people may prevent heart attacks and strokes your body needs both so keep taking them
Q: What other natural alternatives are there to Simvastatin to lower cholesterol, e.g. Coenzyme Q10 supplement?
I have various health problems including high cholesterol and I take heart pills, Warfarin and Simvastatin 40mg. Since I have been on Simvastatin though, my legs really ache and it is very painful and difficult to walk. Also my appetite has not increased, but I have gained a lot of weight.
A: Those statins do make a lot of people gain weight. Ask your doctor about Niaspan. It’s a highly concentrated dose of Niacin, a B vitamin that in some people do significantly reduce cholesterol. But it’s not without side effects. The most annoying is frequently hot flashes that some people find intolerable.
But talk to your doctor. There are different medications that he/she can prescribe that might not give you the joint pain issue. Each person is different. And with more activity, the weight should start coming off.
Also try adding Omega 3 Fish Oil capsules IF your doctor says it’s ok with your blood thinner. Because you are on that medication, you have to be really, really careful what supplements and OTC products you take. They react badly with a lot of things!
Q: Is it alright to take Aspirin and Simvastatin at the same time?
Or on the other hand, is it alright to take Aspirin and Lipitor at the same time?
A: yes there is no problem.
Q: do anyone know the difference between simvastatin and otarvastatin?
simvastatin makes me feel good but i thought that maybe it stops me from sleeping?is it possible?
A: Both are synthetic lipid-lowering agents. Though similar drugs, they have different components.
As for sleeping problems with simvastatin, studies show that there’s an increase in incidence of insomia in simvastatin users.
Q: What time of day should I take Simvastatin?
I read that Simvaststin should be taken at night because the body produces more cholesterol then. I work nights and sleep during the day. I assume I should take it in the morning before I go to bed.
Is that a safe assumption? Does it really matter when I take it?
A: I was prescribed 20 mgs for high cholesterol. My pharmacist told me to take at night because that’s when the most cholesterol is produced.
My sister works nights so I’m very familiar with that type of schedule. Assuming you wake up about 10 pm-ish, you should take it about that time.
Q: Side effects of Simvastatin? Is there a website where ordinary people give their experiences? ?
My father has dementia and while he was in hospital they doubled the dose of Simvastatin. His behaviour has deteriorated, and he has become very aggressive. Anyone else experienced this? I’d really appreciate some comments. Thanks
A: I took it to control cholesterol – for which it is very effective. It had no effect on my behaviour, but I did suffer from severe cramps and muscle aches, so I came off it.
Q: Is anyone taking Simvastatin and having side effects? It is the generic form of Evista for cholesterol. ?
I am very sore in the lower back and stomach and it hurts to breathe. I am wondering if it is from this pill.
A: Yes- I have taken Simvastatin daily and regularly for 4 years for my cardiac and Cholesterol problems. I too have noticed back pain, body pain and pain in the leg joints. On reporting this he has changed the medication and given Storvas – another Vastatin group (Atovastin Calcium tablets) medicine but the problem continues.
If you have more of the pain it is better you consult your doctor and let him give some alternate medication. However please note the side effects of Simvastatin as under and report if it is severe.
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• dark urine
• fever
• joint pain
• muscle cramps, pain
• redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
• trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
• unusually weak or tired
• yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• constipation
• heartburn
• stomach gas, pain, upset -
Q: Is there any harm in taking Simvastatin while taking vitamin E?
With my cholesterol being 25O for the first time, the Dr. has prescribed Simvastatin 20mg. I have always taken 1 vitamin E a day. Should I now stop the Vitamin E while taking Simvastatin? The articles confuse me when I try to research my question.
A: There is no interaction between the two, however there is little evidence that taking vitamin E suppliments have any real value, especially in adults, so youre pretty much wasting your money taking it…
Q: Why the statins (simvastatin and other lypodecreasing drugs) are prescribed to be taken before bed time?
I mean why is it better to take statins before bedtime (at evening) than at morning. F.e. the h2-blockers are taken at evening because more hystamin is secreted at night so the effect of the drug will be better. So what effect of the statins will be better if they r taken at night?
A: The reason that the earlier available statins were recommended for use at night was because they had relatively short half lives, and bedtime administration worked best because in most people cholesterol biosynthesis takes place in the early morning hours.
However that is not the case with Lipitor, Crestor or Pravachol, since they have half lives of 19-22 hours and therefore morning admiistration would be more suitable.
Q: What is the difference between lipitor and Gen-Simvastatin?
A: Very little difference
Lipitor (Atorvastatin) decreases the production of LDL cholesterol by blocking the action of the enzyme in the liver (called HMG-CoA reductase) that is responsible for its production.
Lipitor reduces low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and total cholesterol in the blood.
Gen simvastatin is an Antilipemic Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor that works by blocking an enzyme that helps create cholesterol in the body. Therefore, less cholesterol is made and levels of cholesterol in the blood decrease.
To read results of a study comparing them…
http://www.news-medical.net/news/2007/03/05/22380.aspx
Q: My father took Lipitor, Crestor and Simvastatin. Is he eligible for the Tricor settlement?
I know the lawsuit involves Fenofibrate users and what my father took is a “statin”. They are related, since they are for the same thing.
A: If your father was injured from any of those drugs he’d probably be eligible for a new lawsuit regardless of whether or not he’s eligible for the Tricor settlement. I’ve filed a case a past through http://www.badproducts.com because the form was free and they helped find people in a similar situation as me. Maybe they can help you too, good luck!
Q: How can I tell which is my stroke and which is a side effect of simvastatin?
A: If you are unsure about any symptoms please see your doctor, especially since you have had a stroke.
Side effects of simvastatin are given below:
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Simvastatin:
Constipation.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Simvastatin:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; dark urine; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (with or without fever and fatigue); pale stools; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe or persistent stomach pain; yellowing of skin or eyes.
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/simvastatin-side-effects.html
Q: Simvastatin. How long before I get used to them?
I’ve been on Simvastatin now for about 2 months. I’ve lost a stone and am still sick regularly and feel rotten. Have spoken to the doctor and he says it’ll take time. But how much?
A: I came off mine after about four months – that was back in June, and I still feel lousy! Simvastatin is nasty stuff. I can only give you the same advice I was given by friends with medical training and an inside knowlege of the health service – be assertive with your doctor and don’t be fobbed off!
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