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Simvastatin Tablets
From £18.99Simvastatin is a medicine from the doctor that helps lower cholesterol and prevents heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
Medication features:
- Effective in helping lower cholesterol levels
- Reduces the fatty substance called LDL cholesterol
- Effective in reducing the risk of heart disease
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Simvastatin Prices
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| Simvastatin | 84 Tablets |
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| 10mg | £18.99 |
| 20mg | £19.99 |
| 40mg | £20.99 |
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Prices include free private prescription. |
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Delivery charges
Royal Mail 1st Class | £3.95
- Delivered within 1-3 working days.
- Excludes bank holidays.
Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed before 1pm | £6.95
- Delivered within 1 working day before 1pm.
- Excludes Sundays and bank holidays.
- A tracked service with signature required on delivery.
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Treatment Information
Overview
Buy Simvastatin online in the UK
You can order simvastatin online in the UK from our registered online pharmacy and clinic service. Fill out the online medical assessment for checking by one of our prescribers. If approved, your medicine will be sent out by our pharmacy for next day delivery.
About Simvastatin
Simvastatin has been proven to help lower cholesterol levels. It reduces LDL cholesterol, a fatty substance that builds up in the arteries. LDL can lead to serious health problems like heart disease. Simvastatin has been given to millions of patients worldwide. It’s widely seen as a safe and reliable treatment. But you must talk to your doctor and keep to the dose to get the best results. With simvastatin and a healthy lifestyle, you can greatly lower your risk of heart disease and improve your health.
Simvastatin summary information
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Type of medicine |
High cholesterol medicine |
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Use |
Lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart issues |
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How it works |
Reduces cholesterol in the liver |
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Active Ingredient |
Simvastatin |
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Directions of use |
Oral tablets, taken once a day |
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Available strengths |
5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg |
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Side effects |
Stomach pain, flu, diarrhoea, constipation, feeling sick or dizzy |
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Generic |
Yes |
This information is for reference only. It’s important to check with a doctor before starting any high cholesterol treatment.
How effective is Simvastatin?
Simvastatin works by reducing harmful cholesterol. This greatly reduces the risk of heart problems and stroke. But, like all medicine, it may not work for everyone. It’s essential to talk to an expert to work out if it’s right for you. You should also check your cholesterol regularly.
What’s in Simvastatin?
The medicine contains active simvastatin and various inactive ingredients, which can vary from brand to brand. They help stabilise the medicine, form the tablet and make it look and taste better. It's vital to check exactly what’s in a particular simvastatin product.
How does Simvastatin work?
The medicine works by reducing enzyme activity. This brings down blood cholesterol levels. This reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke and other problems. Simvastatin is a powerful drug that can positively affect our health.
Directions
How should I take Simvastatin?
Always follow your doctor's instructions or the label on the medicine. You usually take simvastatin once a day, in the evening or at bedtime. Take it with or without food, and swallow it whole with water. Avoid grapefruit while taking this medicine. For the best effect, keep to your dose, attend checkups and stick to any lifestyle changes. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or worries.
How long can I take Simvastatin for?
This depends on the individual. For most people, simvastatin is a long-term treatment. Your doctor will decide the right dose and length of course. It's important to follow these instructions carefully and keep taking it even if you feel better.
Cautions
Side effects
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In rare cases, simvastatin can cause liver damage. You should get regular tests to check for this. Mixing it with alcohol increases your chance of liver issues. It’s important to drink less alcohol.
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Be sure to avoid grapefruit juice.
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If you get any muscle or joint pain, inflammation, or weakness, you should contact your doctor right away.
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Don’t take this medicine if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you feel any side effects, speak to your doctor to see if you need to adjust your dose or try a different medicine.
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information leaflet can be found here.
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