Uses of Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule is used along with a proper diet to reduce bad cholesterol levels. By lowering the bad cholesterol level it helps to increase the good cholesterol level which helps in reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke or other heart complications.
Side effects of Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
Precautions while taking Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
Dosage of Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
Overdose of Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
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Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
Don't consume alcohol while taking this medicine; it may increase the risk of side effects.
Pregnancy
Not recommended for pregnant women. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended for breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Driving
This medicine usually causes no problems in your driving.
Kidney
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Liver
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions on Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
Q.1) What is the use of Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule?
Q.2) What is the side effects of Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule?
Q.3) Is Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule banned in India?
Q.4) How to use Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule?
Q.5) Can Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule be taken during pregnancy?
Q.6) Can Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule be taken while breast-feeding?
All substitutes for Symtor Forte 20mg Capsule
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Interactions
Drug :-
amlodipine, cimetidine, clarithromycin, diltiazem, erythromycin, itraconazole, ritonavir with saquinavir: Increased atorvastatin level.
antacid, colestipol, efavirenz, rifampin: Possibly decreased blood atorvastatin level azole antifungals, clarithromycin, cyclosporine, erythromycin, fibric acid derivatives, lopinavir with ritonavir, niacin at dosage used for lipid modification, nicotinic acid, ritonavir with saquinavir: Increased risk of severe myopathy or rhabdomyolysis.
cyclosporine: Increased atorvastatin bioavailability and risk of adverse reactions.
digoxin: Possibly increased blood digoxin level, causing toxicity.
oral contraceptives such as ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone: Increased hormone level.
Food :-
grapefruit juice more than 1.2 L daily: Increased blood atorvastatin level.
Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.
Dr. Naresh Dang is an MD in Internal Medicine. He has special interest in the field of Diabetes, and has over two decades of professional experience in his chosen field of specialty. Dr. Dang is an expert in the management of Diabetes, Hypertension and Lipids. He also provides consultation for Life Style Management.