Zocor (Noun)
Meaning
An oral lipid-lowering medicine (trade name Zocor) administered to reduce blood cholesterol levels; recommended after heart attacks.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed Zocor to help lower my cholesterol levels after my heart attack.
- Zocor is a commonly prescribed medication for people with high levels of LDL cholesterol.
- The patient was instructed to take Zocor once a day with dinner to help reduce her risk of another heart attack.
- Studies have shown that taking Zocor can significantly lower the risk of heart disease in people with high cholesterol.
- After being diagnosed with high cholesterol, John's doctor recommended that he start taking Zocor immediately to reduce his risk of a heart attack.