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Using lipid-lowering medicines during breastfeeding
21 April 2023...agents of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
Using coenzyme Q10 supplements for statin-induced muscle symptoms
18 February 2022People often buy coenzyme Q10 supplements to help with statin-induced muscle symptoms. However, there is insufficient evidence to recommend its use.
Using miconazole oral gel to treat oral thrush in adults taking a statin
30 November 2021Treatment of oral thrush (candidiasis) with miconazole is complicated by concurrent HMG-CoA reductase (statin) use because of potential for drug interactions.
Statins monitoring
8 July 2021
Statin suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
1 July 2021A range of statins are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
Zocor Organon Pharma (UK) Limited
Organon Pharma (UK) Limited
Zocor
Tablets f/c 10mg, 20mg, 40mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Protect from light and moisture.
16 November 2022
Lactation Safety Information
Atorvastatin, pravastatin, or rosuvastatin
No published evidence of safety
Low milk levels and minimal absorption by the infant expected, based on the drug’s properties
Monitor infant growth and weight gain
14 October 2022