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Syntomet is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Labor and Delivery Complications. Secondary and off-label uses of Syntomet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Syntomet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Syntomet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Syntomet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Syntomet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Syntomet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Syntomet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Cervical Cancer are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Syntomet contraindications section.
Additionally, Syntomet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Syntomet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Syntomet is used to treat the following -
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 |
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Is the use of Syntomet safe for pregnant women?
Syntomet rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Syntomet safe during breastfeeding?
Syntomet is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Syntomet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Syntomet on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Syntomet on the Liver?
Syntomet is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Syntomet on the Heart?
Syntomet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Syntomet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Syntomet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Syntomet habit forming or addictive?
Syntomet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Syntomet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Syntomet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Syntomet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Syntomet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Syntomet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Syntomet
Information about the interaction of Syntomet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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