Chenodal and Zocor

• Generic Name: chenodeoxycholic acid
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Chenodal

Chenodal is made from bile acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the body.

Chenodal is used to dissolve gallstones in people who cannot have gallbladder surgery.

Chenodal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: simvastatin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Zocor, Flolipid

Zocor (simvastatin) belongs to a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins."

Zocor is used to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Zocor is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.

Zocor is used in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.