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Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Symtor Dosage & How to Take
Symtor Side Effects
Symtor Related Warnings
Symtor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Symtor
Symtor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule is used -

Moderate

Memory problems

Mild

Musculoskeletal Disorders
Allergic reaction
Nausea or vomiting
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
पेट की गैस
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Common

Headache
Nasopharyngitis
Diarrhoea
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Joint Swelling

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

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.

Severe
Is the use of Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Symtor may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
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.

Moderate
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.

Moderate
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.

Mild

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule Contraindications

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 -

Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule

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.

No
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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.

Mild
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.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Symtor Forte 20 Mg Capsule

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Symtor along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Symtor can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Symtor work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Symtor works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes

Question over 5 years ago

Does Symtor cause memory loss?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Symtor cause diarrhea?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

Is Symtor safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Symtor is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.