Hepakind 150 Tablet
Manufacturer
Mankind Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Hepakind 150 Tablet is used to dissolve certain gallstones and prevent them from forming. It is also used to treat a type of liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Hepakind 150 Tablet should be swallowed whole after a meal and with a glass of milk or water. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. Take it regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it for as long as prescribed (several months or longer). Keep taking it even if your symptoms disappear.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hepakind 150 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Hepakind 150 Tablet is a hepatoprotective medication. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol in the blood and helps dissolve gallbladder stones that are composed mainly of cholesterol. It also improves liver enzymes, protects liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids, and improves liver function.
Quick Tips
Take it regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it for as long as prescribed Eat a healthy diet Exercise regularly Avoid alcohol intake Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended timing for taking Hepakind 150 Tablet?
The suitable timing of taking this medicine might differ depending upon your condition. Your doctor may instruct you to take 2-3 doses per day, with the last dose taken at bedtime. It can be taken with water, milk, and food or after food. When prescribed for dissolving gallstones, it is usually suggested to be taken once daily at night, ideally at a gap of 6 hours, such as 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm.
Is Hepakind 150 Tablet safe?
Hepakind 150 Tablet is generally considered to be a safe and effective medicine. However, common side effects may include diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, long-term use of this medicine may affect liver enzyme levels, which will be monitored regularly by your doctor.
How does Hepakind 150 Tablet help the liver?
Hepakind 150 Tablet acts on the liver and gets concentrated in the bile secreted from the liver. This suppresses the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol by the liver, thereby decreasing cholesterol levels in bile. It also acts by stopping the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol, reducing cholesterol saturation in bile and leading to the dissolving of gallstones.
Does Hepakind 150 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Hepakind 150 Tablet, but it's not common. Weight gain may occur when prescribed in patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts of the liver.
What should I avoid while taking Hepakind 150 Tablet?
While taking Hepakind 150 Tablet, avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor as they decrease its effectiveness. Also, avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents such as clofibrate, as they may interact with Hepakind 150 Tablet.
