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ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Simvastatin:20mg
- Manufactured by : Alied
- Drug Strength : 20mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10s
- Product SKU : dis_24900
Simvastatin:20mg | Lipid-regulating drugs /Anti-atheromas
Alternate brands of ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Alied Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10’sIngredients : Simvastatin:20mgGeneric Category : Lipid-regulating drugs /Anti-atheromas
How it works
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s works by inhibiting an enzyme which is the rate-limiting step of cholesterol synthesis.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s
- Dizziness severe
- Fast heartbeat severe
- Dark colored urine severe
- Muscle or joint pain severe
- Sweating severe
- Headache severe
- Acid or sour stomach
- Excessive air or gas in stomach
- Heartburn
- Skin Rash
Uses of ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Hyperlipidemia
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s is used to treat Hyperlipidemia, which is a condition characterized by high levels of lipids in the blood.
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Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s is used in the treatment of Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia which is a genetic disorder characterized by high cholesterol levels.
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Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s is used to reduce the incidence of heart attacks by reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in the body.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 3 days.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known history of allergy to it.
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Impaired Liver function
Avoid taking this medicine if you are suffering from a liver disease or if there is any abnormality in the liver function tests.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.
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Cognitive impairment
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s can cause forgetfulness, memory loss and confusion. These side effects are reversible once the medicine is stopped.
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Increases blood sugar levels
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s may increase the blood glucose levels. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while you are on this medicine.
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Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s may increase the risk of Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis which is a muscular disease. The risk of causing Myopathy is higher in the elderly population, and hence it should be used with caution.
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Alcohol consumption
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s should be used with caution in patients who consume large quantities of alcohol and/or have a history of the chronic liver disease.
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Pediatric use
The safety and efficacy of ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s have not been established in the children less than 10 years of age.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Carbamazepine moderate
- Ciprofloxacin moderate
- Cyclosporine severe
- Colchicine severe
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severe
ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s should not be used in the patients with liver injury. Frequent monitoring of liver function tests is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the severity of the liver injury. Discontinue the treatment if symptoms worsen.
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severe
Any symptoms of muscle pain, tenderness or weakness should be reported to the doctor. Inform the doctor if you have any history of muscle disorder.
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moderate
Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are suffering from diabetes. Regular blood glucose tests are to be made and appropriate diet should be maintained.
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Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended when the patient is on ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s . Any symptoms of tenderness, weakness, dark colored urine should be reported to the doctor. Frequent monitoring of kidney function tests are to be made.
General Instructions
Take ZESHOL 20mg Tablet 10s with or without food at evening time. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Simvastatin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/simvastatin-256-api [cited 28 september 2019]. 16 Nov 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Simvastatin [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5c1c694c-4b08-469e-b538-08e69df06146 [cited 28 september 2019]. April 16, 2019
- medlineplus.gov - Simvastatin [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692030.html [cited 28 september 2019]. 11 September 2019
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