Zocor is a cholesterol lowering drug manufactured by Merck & Co Inc. It belongs to a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors. It works on the body by blocking cholesterol production. It helps lower the amount of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and increases the amount of good cholesterol (HDL). By reducing the amount of bad cholesterol, you can avoid heart problems, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease. 

You should avoid taking Zocor if you have kidney problem, liver problem, chronic muscular problem, or blood disorder. It falls under FDA pregnancy category X. It is very important to stay away from the drug if you are pregnant or breastfeeding your baby, as it may affect the fetus. You can find lots of information on Zocor over the internet. You can also find Zocor being sold at online pharmacies. Although this is the case, you should always take Zocor only after consulting your doctor.

You may experience mild side effects like bloating, nausea, heart burn, gas, and constipation during the course of the medication. You can continue the medication as these are commonly reported symptoms. In case of an allergic reaction which is characterized by hives, difficulty breathing, and swollen lips or face, stop the medication and get medical help immediately. You could also experience serious side effects like rust colored urine, extreme fatigue, flu like symptoms, blurred vision, muscle pain, and other things which could be due to liver problems or an over dosage. In such cases, stop the medication and get emergency medical help.