Hi,I am Dr. Amitkumar Sharma (Internal Medicine Specialist). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Can you cut simvastatin in half without causing problems with the meds such as if they are time released? I have 40mg & have not been taking any as I wanted to get off statins. I would like to start with only 20 mg, but would need to cut them in half. Is there any problem with taking them once they have been cut in half?
You are wondering if you can split simvastatin tablets. the answer is yes. In my practice I frequently give my patients a high dose and instruct them to cut the tablets in half to help reduce the cost of the medication. Cutting the pill dose not alter its absorption or metabolism.
If you are trying to reduce your statin use in addition to reducing your dose I recommend low fat diet, regular exercise and losing weight if you are overweight.
Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again with your health care questions and concerns
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Can Simvastatin Be Cut Into Half Before Intake?
Thanks for contacting HCM You are wondering if you can split simvastatin tablets. the answer is yes. In my practice I frequently give my patients a high dose and instruct them to cut the tablets in half to help reduce the cost of the medication. Cutting the pill dose not alter its absorption or metabolism. If you are trying to reduce your statin use in addition to reducing your dose I recommend low fat diet, regular exercise and losing weight if you are overweight. Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again with your health care questions and concerns