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Drug Information: Zocor Oral Drug Interactions

• Zocor Oral Drug Interactions
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Generic Name: SIMVASTATIN - ORAL
Pronounced: (SIM-va-STAT-in)

Interactions

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Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without...

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