Livodox 500mg Tablet

Short Description

Livodox 500mg Tablet is an antioxidant medicine used to treat alcoholic fatty liver.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Livodox 500mg Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to get the most benefit and you may have to take it for several months or longer so try to get into a routine. Keep using it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear. The most common side effects are nausea, upset stomach, and diarrhea. 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 about all the other medicines you are taking.

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. Livodox 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Livodox 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Livodox 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Livodox 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Livodox 500mg Tablet is an antioxidant. It works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances (free radicals). It also works by increasing alcohol elimination from the blood and tissues thus preventing liver damage.

It protects the liver cells from toxins and helps the liver to perform its normal functions. Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools. Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.