Higado L Capsule

Short Description

Higado L Capsule is a medicine used to treat chronic liver diseases and cirrhosis of the liver.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Higado L Capsule is obtained from milk thistle seeds (Silybum marianum). It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that protect liver cells from harmful effects of toxic chemicals (called free radicals) as well as some other medicines. It should be taken with food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. It is best-swallowed whole but you may need to break them to get the correct dose. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to get the most benefit and you may have to take it for several months or longer. Try to get into a routine. Keep using it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear. The most common side effect is diarrhea. Some other side effects include nausea, stomach upset, stomach pain, rash, and hair loss. Not everyone gets side effects. If you are worried about them or they do not go away, let your doctor know. If you have problems with diarrhea your doctor may reduce the dose or stop the treatment. Drink enough water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Using this medicine can reduce or increase the effect of some other medicines so tell your doctor all other medicines you are taking. Avoid drinking alcohol as it might increase side effects.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Higado L Capsule is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Diarrhea Nausea Stomach upset Stomach pain Rash Hair loss

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Higado L Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Higado L Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Higado L Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Benazepril Captopril Enalapril Fosinopril

Higado L Capsule is obtained from milk thistle seeds (Silybum marianum). It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that protect liver cells from harmful effects of toxic chemicals (called free radicals) as well as some other medicines.