Silymarin

Silymarin helps in treating hepatic dysfunction. It can also be used as a supplementary medication for treating chronic inflammatory diseases such as cirrhosis liver toxicity and liver damage.

The side effects that are associated with using this medication are rare. Some very minor allergic reactions include diarrhea, bloated feeling, skin rash, stomach pain, dizziness and itchiness. However, remember to immediately consult your doctor if you experience any side effect that persists or causes any discomfort.

Before using this medication notify your doctor if you have or are:

• Allergic to any food or syrup or substance
• The patient is below 18 years of age
• Any hormonal disorders
• Taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs
• Pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The dosage for this medication should be ideally prescribed by your supervising physician based on your age, overall medical history and current condition.

Remember, not to skip missed dose. You may only skip missed dose if it is the time for your next scheduled dose. In case of overdose, immediately consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Liver Disease

• Hepatitis (Viral Infection Of Liver)

• Jaundice

• Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Rash

• Abdominal Pain

• Itching

• Diarrhoea

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine usually does not affect the patients ability to drive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Only limited information is available over its use in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may not be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Only limited information is available over its use in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may not be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time duration for which effect of this medicine will remain active in the body is not clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time required to produce its action in the body is yet to be determined.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Silymarin as ingredient

• Rejuliv 70Mg Tablet

  Shrinivas Gujarat Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Livolin S Capsule

  M D C Pharmaceuticals P Ltd

• Actimarin Forte Tablet

  Albert David Ltd

• Asil Syrup

  Alpic Biotech Ltd

• Reheptin Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Silynova 200Mg Capsule

  Zydus Cadila

• Lyrin B Syrup

  Clyde Biotech P Ltd

• Livtec 140Mg Tablet

  Ampus Life Sciences Ltd

• Hepasil 140Mg Capsule

  Signova Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Sliv Suspension

  Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

This medication has hepatoprotective functions and protects the liver against free radicals from toxins by forming a complex that prevents the entry of toxins into the liver cells.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Concomitant use of this medicine along with Alprazolam, Lovastatin, Diazepam and Ketoconazole to avoid adverse reaction which may occur.

• Ques : What is Silymarin?

  Ans : This drug is a medication that has Silybum marianum as an active ingredient present in it. This medication performs its action by improving liver functioning and Gallbladder disorders. It is also used to avoid hepatic dysfunction and chronic inflammatory diseases.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Silymarin?

  Ans : This medicine should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Silymarin before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Silymarin?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Silymarin empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the uses of Silymarin?

  Ans : This drug treats conditions and symptoms of diseases like Hepatic dysfunction, Cirrhosis Liver toxicity and liver damage. Besides these, it can also be used to treat chronic inflammatory diseases, menstrual disorders and high blood sugar.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Silymarin?

  Ans : Some of the side effects include joints pain, gastroenteritis, itching and headache. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to Nausea, urticaria, Allergic reactions and gastrointestinal disorders. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : How to use Silymarin?

  Ans : This medication should be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration advised by your medical practitioner. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet, swallow it whole. It is advised to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit of Silymarin.

• Ques : Can Silymarin be used in pregnancy and lactation?

  Ans : Silymarin may not be safe to be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medication.

• Silymarin-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

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

• Silymarin-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09298