Drug Mechanism of action/Side Indication/Contraindication Nursing responsibilities

effects
Brand name: Mechanism of action: Indication: Before:
Zocor
Generic name: Inhibits 3-hydroxy-3- In addition to nutritional  Verify the patient's identity.
Simvastatin methylglutarylcoenzyme therapy, it is used to treat
Classification: (HMG-CoA) reductase, which primary hypercholesterolemia  Obtain a nutritional history,
Lipid-lowering catalyzes an early step in the and mixed dyslipidemias. particularly regarding fat
agent creation of cholesterol. consumption.
Route: PO Lipid/cholesterol reduction
Dosage: 1 cap Side effects: lowers the risk of MI and  Serum cholesterol and
Frequency: OD stroke sequelae, as well as the triglyceride levels should
Constipation, stomach pain, requirement for bypass
procedures/angioplasty. be checked before starting
nausea, headache, memory
loss or forgetfulness, therapy, after 4-6 weeks,
confusion, itchy or red skin. Contraindication: and on a regular basis
thereafter.
Hypersensitivity and cross-
sensitivity among agents are  Note other drugs patient is
possible. Sepsis, abrupt taking.
hypotension, major surgery,
trauma, severe metabolic During
changes, endocrine or
electrolyte disorders,  Once a day, in the
uncontrolled seizures, and evening, administer. Can
active liver disease are all
be given without
examples of medical
emergencies. consideration for food.

Use cautiously in: history of  Drink plenty of fluids while

liver disease or significant you are using this
alcohol use/abuse. medicine.

After

 Keep track of liver function

tests.

 Instruct the patient to take

the medication exactly as
prescribed, without
skipping or doubling up on
missed doses.

 Instruct the patient and

family caregivers to report
any other bothersome side
effects.

 Document and Record.