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For close to twenty years, Zocor® has been the brand name of the prescription drug simvastatin, made by Merck. Zocor® is a medication that is used to help lower high cholesterol and control the amount of fat content in the blood.

However, Zocor® side effects have been documented in some patients who have taken the drug for a long period of time. Zocor® has been found to cause rhabdomyolysis, a type of personal injury involving damage to muscle tissue. Patients who suffer from rhabdomyolysis may be at risk of kidney failure.

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning regarding potential complications of the medication in 2008. The agency alerted the general populous of a muscle damage risk associated with mixing Zocor® with amiodarone, a medication used to treat patients' hearts.

The following side effects may be linked to use of Zocor®:

Rhabdomyolysis, accompanied by possible fatigue or fever
Swollen or peeling skin
Skin or eyes becoming yellow
Chronic stomach pain
Darkening of urine
Paling of stool
Chest pain
Severe allergic reactions, including hives, itching, swelling, and rashes

Complications of these Zocor® side effects can be severe.

Have You Experienced a Side Effect of Zocor®?

Should you or a loved one be experiencing any one of these side effects, consult your physician immediately. Zocor® should only be prescribed by a doctor after it is determined that no adverse or harmful drug interactions will occur within the patient's body. If patients have been taking Zocor® for a long period of time and have developed an injury such as rhabdomyolysis, they may be able to seek compensation for their suffering.

To find out if you qualify to seek financial compensation, contact our Zocor® lawyers today. Our network of attorneys has extensive experience handling defective drug claims. Our lawyers will evaluate the details of your situation to determine if you qualify to file a Zocor® lawsuit. If so, our lawyers will fight aggressively and tirelessly on your behalf.

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