simastin 20mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 26, 2026
What is simastin 20mg tablet used for?
simastin 20mg tablet (Simvastatin (20mg)) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Simvastatin (20mg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Simvastatin (20mg)
- Manufacturer: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
๐ simastin 20mg tablet Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Simvastatin (20mg) |
| Brand Name | simastin 20mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | HMG CoA inhibitors (statins) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take simastin 20mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of simastin 20mg tablet
- Constipation
- Headache
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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๐ Substitutes for simastin 20mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.