Sintrol Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Simvastatin

Indications/Uses

Reduction of total & LDL cholesterol levels in patient w/ hypercholesterolemia.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Initially 5-10 mg once daily in the evening.

Administration

May be taken with or without food: Avoid excessive consumption (>1 L/day) of grapefruit juice.

Adverse Reactions

Myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, arthralgia, brain nerves dysfunction, tremor, vertigo, confusion, insomnia, depression, anxiety, hypersensitivity reactions, GI disturbances, alopecia, gynecomastia, decreased libido, cataract, ophthalmoplegia.

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Drug Interactions

Coumarin anticoagulant, fibric acid derivatives, niacin, immunosuppressant.

MIMS Class

Dyslipidaemic Agents

ATC Classification

C10AA01 - simvastatin ; Belongs to the class of HMG CoA reductase inhibitors. Used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Sintrol caplet 10 mg

Packing/Price

3 × 10's (Rp150,000/boks)

Sintrol

simvastatin

Manufacturer:

Solas