Simvastatin is a cholesterol-lowering medication that blocks the production of cholesterol (a
type of fat) in the body.
Simvastatin reduces low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and total cholesterol in the
blood. Lowering your cholesterol can help prevent heart disease and hardening of the arteries,
conditions that can lead to heart attack, stroke, and vascular disease.
Simvastatin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.