Simvastatin for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction User Reviews

• sho...
• March 31, 2017

"In 2014, only 10 mg of Simvastatin was prescribed for my mother in an extended care facility. She was already on diltiazem 180 mg for mild hypertension. During 17 months on this drug combination, she developed brown urine, hair was falling out by the fistful, suddenly became diabetic, developed renal problems (elevated BUN), developed elevated amylase and lipase levels, and now has a pancreatic cyst (proven by CT scan). She has some dementia and could not communicate the side effects she was experiencing. We saw the physical effects and reported them to the staff. No action was taken by the physician. Her health was destroyed. If they are not, these 2 drugs should be contraindicated. Period."

• Lis...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 27, 2018

"I have coronary artery disease (CAD). Open-heart surgery in 2002. I have taken 20 mg of simvastatin for 16 years. The last 3 years, I have been in chronic pain. My torso, rib cage, upper back, under my arms on my rib cage, both shoulders. Deep sore muscle pain and stiffness in my back. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia after a spine nerve test. The doctor said no fibromyalgia but myofascial. After the trigger point shot, the doctor said no to that. Help!!!! The doctors do not know why I am in pain. I have been depressed since 2014. Lately, I have insomnia, nightmares, and am extremely tired when I wake up."

• Bar...
• October 8, 2011

"58 yr old male. Heart attack 7 months ago, 98% blocked right coronary artery, stented. Been on Simvastatin and Plavix since I got my stent. Was on Lisinopril, but it caused hives. Not sure what is causing it, but I have been freezing cold all summer, shivering cold. My legs ache almost constantly. Got blood work done this week, I will be seeing the doctor in a few days and get the results. If I find that it was this medicine causing the chills, I will discontinue it."

• brs...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 14, 2018

"I am a 44-year-old male who had a stent placed in my heart 5 years ago. I was on simvastatin and have numerous side effects such as increased weight gain, extreme fatigue/tiredness, constipation, and stomach pain. Since I stopped taking simvastatin, my side effects have disappeared. I have lost weight, my energy level has skyrocketed, no more constipation or stomach pain. I am exercising and on a diet, but these seem to be working more effectively without the medication."

• Pau...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 28, 2022

"I started taking Simvastatin in 2005 after an angina attack and developed very late appearing side effects. 1. Muscle weakness affecting the piriformis muscle causing back pain from 2016. 2 Spots of dry flaky skin on thighs and back from 2018. 2. Breathing problems September 2019 resulting in a damaged left lung. In 2022 the lung started to ache at times. 3. Low platelet count January 2020 resulting in bleeding and a stay in hospital. A variety of treatments tried including steroids, and platelet infusion. Followed by 4 more occurrences low platelet count and bleeding between April and June 2022 Stopped taking Simvastatin June 10 2022, back pain gone, platelet count going up, dry skin spots improving, breathing improving and no lung pain."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 1, 2023

"I've been taking it for years with no problem. I think it has probably saved my life."