Essentiale-L Soft Gelatin Capsule

Essentiale-L Soft Gelatin Capsuleis primaily prescribed to treat nutritional deficiencies. This a medication used for treating memory disorders like dementia, Alzheimer’s, gall bladder and also for treating certain types of depression, high levels of cholesterol, eczema, liver disease and anxiety.

Essentiale-L Soft Gelatin Capsule, should not be used if you are pregnant, breast feeding. You should not take this medicine unless prescribed. You should not skip the dose, and if you do, never take double dose. But take the next scheduled dose. If you have ever taken a double dose, you need to reach out to a POISON helpline.

Essentiale-L Soft Gelatin Capsule, is considered to be mostly safe, but has its side effects which are not so prevalent. These could be diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain and a feeling of fullness. One should consult the doctor immediately in case there is any kind of change after taking this medicine.

• Nutritional Deficiencies

• Liver Disorder

• Dementia

• Hypersensitivity

• Nausea

• Abdominal Bloating

• Stomach Pain

• Increased Saliva Production

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  In case of pregnancy, you must consult the doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Essentiale-L Soft Gelatin Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Livophos 350Mg Tablet

  Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This capsule is a fatty substance derived from plants and animals. It is taken orally and is used for treating Alzheimer’s, dementia, high cholesterols and other digestive problems. The drug contains phosphatidylcholine that is converted to acetylcholine which is required for transmission of nerve impulses. It is distributed to various body parts and also metabolizes to choline, fatty acids and glycerol.

• Ques : What is Essentiale l soft gelatin capsule?

  Ans : This medication has Lecithin as an active element present. It is used to treat liver diseases and dementia.

• Ques : What is the use of Essentiale l soft gelatin capsule?

  Ans : This capsule is used to treat liver disease. It is also used for treating memory disorders like dementia, Alzheimer’s, gall bladder and also for treating certain types of depression, high levels of cholesterol, eczema and anxiety.

• Ques : What are the side effects of essentiale l soft gelatin capsule?

  Ans : The side effects of this capsule includes nausea, abdominal pain, stomach pain etc.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Essential L Capsule before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Essentiale L soft gelatin capsule is a medication which shows results in 3 days, and it is the most common time it takes to treat the symptoms. These times may not be reflective of what you may experience or how you should use this medication. It is a prescribed medication which should only be taken on a prescription.

• Ques : How long do I need to use essentiale l soft gelatin capsule before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 2 weeks, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use essentiale l soft gelatin capsule?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use essentiale l soft gelatin capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of essentiale l soft gelatin capsule?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose of the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

• Lecithin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/lecithin

• Soybean Lecithin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB14161