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Biosim 20mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Name: Biosim 20mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Brand: BIOCHEM PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES
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Overview

Biosim Tablet is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It is used for the treatment of high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of a heart-related condition in patients. It contains simvastatin from a class of medicines called statins.

The medicine interferes with the formation of cholesterol or fat in the body. The dose and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor after accessing the complete medical history. Patients with high cholesterol often end up developing other health-related complications, to avoid that, one must take the medicine on time and follow the lifestyle and dietary modifications as suggested by the doctor.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Take the medicine as advised by the doctor. Take regularly at the same time.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Biosim Tablet during pregnancy?

Biosim Tablet should not be used during pregnancy. If pregnancy detected while taking this medicine inform your doctor immediately.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Biosim Tablet while breastfeeding?

Women taking this medicine should not breastfeed.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Biosim Tablet?

This medicine has no or little influence on the ability to drive and use machines. If you experience dizziness after taking the medicine, avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Biosim Tablet?

The medicine must be used cautiously in patients who consume a large amount of alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have diabetes, liver or lung-related problem, obesity or high blood pressure.
You drink large amounts of alcohol.
You have ever had muscle problems during treatment with cholesterol-lowering medicines called “statins” or fibrates.
The chances of getting a muscle-related problem are more common in the elderly (over 65 years of age), females, in patients with hypothyroidism, if you consume a large amount of alcohol, have a family history of muscle problem following use of similar medicines.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose must be immediately reported to the treating doctor or nearby hospital. Always carry the package of the tablet along for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

You must never miss a dose of the medicine and if missed take the dose as soon as possible. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

The medicine inhibits an enzyme, HMG-CoA reductase which is crucial for the synthesis of cholesterol.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Biosim Tablet be crushed?

Swallow this medicines as a whole. Do not crush or break into halves while taking the medicine.

What is Biosim Tablet used for?

The medicine helps in decreasing high blood cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and decrease the risk of heart diseases in patients who are more likely to get such a condition.

Can I consume alcohol while taking the medicine?

You must limit the alcohol intake while taking the medicine. Talk to the doctor if you have a regular habit of drinking as consuming alcohol.