Simwel 20 Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Wel N Innov Pharmaceuticals |
Active Ingredient | Simvastatin (20mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Delta valerolactones derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
Action Class | HMG CoA inhibitors (statins) |
User Rating | 4.9 |
User Reviews | 380 |
FAQ
Simwel 20 Tablet Reviews
Simwel 20 is usually taken in the evening, either 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 do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels, making your condition worse and increasing your 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 Simwel 20 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 or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.
Simwel 20 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.
How Simwel 20 Tablet Works
How to Use Simwel 20 Tablet
Benefits of Simwel 20 Tablet
- In High cholesterol: Simwel 20 works by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer.Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
- 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. Lowering 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.
Uses of Simwel 20 Tablet
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
- High cholesterol
Simwel 20 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- It should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping.
- It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
- 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 Simwel 20 may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
- Do not take Simwel 20 if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
References
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