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Symtor 10 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Symtor 10 Mg Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Symtor 10 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Symtor 10 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Symtor 10 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Symtor 10 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Symtor 10 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Symtor 10 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Symtor. If you are pregnant, do not take Symtor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Symtor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Symtor can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Symtor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Symtor only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Symtor 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Symtor rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Symtor 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Symtor 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Symtor 10 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Symtor 10 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Symtor 10 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Symtor 10 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Symtor 10 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Symtor 10 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Symtor 10 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Symtor 10 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
No, use of Symtor does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
No, Symtor does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Symtor might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
No, Symtor should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Symtor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Symtor has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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