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Symkast Lc is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Symkast Lc also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Symkast Lc. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Symkast Lc also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Symkast Lc go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Symkast Lc's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Symkast Lc has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Symkast Lc related warnings section.
Symkast Lc is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Symkast Lc may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Symkast Lc is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Symkast Lc 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Symkast Lc is used -
Common
Is the use of Symkast Lc safe for pregnant women?
Symkast LC can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Symkast Lc safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Symkast LC. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Symkast Lc on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Symkast LC for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Symkast Lc on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Symkast LC on the liver, information on safety of Symkast LC for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Symkast Lc on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Symkast LC on the heart, information on safety of Symkast LC for the heart is unavailable.
Symkast Lc should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Symkast Lc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Symkast Lc habit forming or addictive?
Symkast Lc is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Symkast Lc. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Symkast Lc only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Symkast Lc cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Symkast Lc
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Symkast Lc with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Symkast Lc
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Symkast Lc with alcohol will be.
Symkast LC works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Yes, Symkast LC can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
Symkast LC is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Symkast LC can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Symkast LC is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
This medicine data has been created by -
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