Simcard 20 Tablet

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₹ 173.25
10 TABLET 1 Strip ₹ 173.25
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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Simvastatin (20 mg)

Simcard 20 Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 173
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 173
191 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Simvastatin (20 mg)

Simcard Information

Simcard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Simcard have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Simcard depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Simcard side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Simcard are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Simcard's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Simcard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Simcard related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Simcard since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Simcard contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Simcard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Simcard, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Simcard Benefits & Uses

Simcard is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Simcard Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: High Cholesterol
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given at evening
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Cholesterol
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given at evening
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given at evening
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given to 10 years old patients at evening

Simcard Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Simcard safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Simcard. If you are pregnant, do not take Simcard without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Simcard safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Simcard. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Simcard on the Kidneys?


    Simcard 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Simcard on the Liver?


    Simcard can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Simcard on the Heart?


    Simcard is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Simcard with Other Drugs

Simcard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Simcard Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Simcard unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Simcard

  • Is this Simcard habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Simcard is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Simcard since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Simcard only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Simcard is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Simcard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Simcard


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Simcard to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Simcard


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Simcard as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zocor (simvastatin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 377

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650

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