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Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule 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 Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule 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 Forte 20 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Symtor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Symtor may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule 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 Forte 20 Mg Capsule 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 Forte 20 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Symtor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule
Some foods when eaten with Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule
Taking Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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
5 Years of Experience
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