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    GlossarySimvastatin (Zocor)

    medication that lowers cholesterol by inhibiting liver enzyme production

    Simvastatin, also known by the brand name Zocor, is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It belongs to a class of drugs called statins, which work by inhibiting an enzyme involved in the production of cholesterol in the liver. This helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes.

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