Simvas 20mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Simvas 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Simvas 20mg Tablet is usually taken in the evening, with or without food. However, taking it with food may reduce the chances of nausea. Take it regularly for maximum benefit. Most people with high cholesterol and triglycerides do not feel ill, but stopping the medicine may increase cholesterol and triglyceride levels, making the condition worse and increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program, which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Common side effects of Simvas 20mg Tablet include upper respiratory infections, headache, abdominal pain, constipation, and nausea. These are usually mild and temporary. Consult your doctor if they persist. Inform your doctor if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.
Simvas 20mg Tablet should not be used in individuals with severe liver disease. Also, pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine as it may harm the baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
Uses of Simvas Tablet
- Treatment of High cholesterol
- Treatment of High triglycerides
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Simvas Tablet
In Treatment of High cholesterol
Simvas 20mg Tablet helps lower high cholesterol levels by reducing the amount of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood while increasing good cholesterol (HDL). This balance is essential for keeping blood vessels healthy and preventing blockages that can lead to serious complications. High cholesterol often has no symptoms, but it can increase the risk of heart disease over time.
In Treatment of High triglycerides
Simvas 20mg Tablet also lowers triglyceride levels, a type of fat in the blood that, when elevated, can contribute to heart disease and other metabolic conditions. Keeping triglycerides in the normal range is important for reducing the risk of artery hardening and inflammation.
In Prevention of heart attack and stroke
High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Simvas 20mg Tablet lowers the amount of this fat, reduces the chances of this happening, and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.
Side effects of Simvas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Simvas
- Constipation
- Headache
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
How to use Simvas Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Simvas 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Simvas Tablet works
Simvas 20mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Simvas 20mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Simvas 20mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Simvas 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Simvas 20mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Simvas 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Simvas 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Simvas 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Simvas 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Simvas 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Use of Simvas 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Simvas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Simvas 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Simvas 20mg Tablet should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping.
- Take this medicine along with regular exercise and a low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems, such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Simvas 20mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Do not take Simvas 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Delta valerolactones derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Simvas with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Simvastatin with Clarithromycin. If Clarithromycin is essential, your doctor may temporarily stop Simvastatin. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
Do not consume Simvastatin with Ciclosporin. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as decreased blood pressure, headache or swelling. Please consult your doct
Do not consume Simvastatin with Atazanavir. Atazanavir may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
Concurrent use may cause muscle damage.
Do not consume Simvastatin with Ciclosporin. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as decreased blood pressure, headache or swelling. Please consult your doct
Do not consume Simvastatin with Clarithromycin. If Clarithromycin is essential, your doctor may temporarily stop Simvastatin. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
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What is Simvas 20mg Tablet used for? How does it work?
Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the walls of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.
Is Simvas 20mg Tablet safe to take?
Yes, Simvas 20mg Tablet is safe to use if used as prescribed by the doctor and if the doctor's instructions are followed. The side effects of this medicine are few and do not occur in everyone.
What should I know about high cholesterol?
Simvas 20mg Tablet is a medicine that helps lower bad cholesterol and fats like triglycerides in your blood. It also helps raise good cholesterol. It is usually taken along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. It works by slowing down the amount of cholesterol made by your liver. This helps prevent cholesterol from building up in your blood vessels, which can lower your risk of heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
When should I take Simvas 20mg Tablet?
Simvas 20mg Tablet is generally taken once a day, preferably in the evening after dinner. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.
For how long should I take Simvas 20mg Tablet?
You may need to take Simvas 20mg Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Simvas 20mg Tablet. Stopping Simvas 20mg Tablet without starting a different treatment may increase your cholesterol levels again. This medicine has only a few side effects and is usually considered safe if taken as directed by the doctor.
What foods should be avoided when taking Simvas 20mg Tablet?
Simvas 20mg Tablet is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods which are high in calories like fried food and junk food. It is recommended to eat a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all the exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.
Can I take alcohol with Simvas 20mg Tablet?
No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Simvas 20mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Simvas 20mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised not to take Simvas 20mg Tablet without consulting their doctor. They must also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.
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