Silybon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cholestatic Liver Diseases. Secondary and off-label uses of Silybon have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Silybon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Silybon include Indigestion, Bloating or fullness, Diarrhoea. Such side effects of Silybon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Silybon has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Silybon related warnings talks about Silybon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Silybon contraindications section.
Besides this, Silybon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Silybon is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Silybon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Silybon is used -
Common
Is the use of Silybon safe for pregnant women?
Silybon can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Silybon right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Silybon safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Silybon in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Silybon on the Kidneys?
Silybon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Silybon on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Silybon on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Silybon on the Heart?
Silybon has very mild side effects on the heart.
Silybon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silybon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silybon habit forming or addictive?
Silybon is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Silybon since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Silybon, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Silybon in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Silybon
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Silybon, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silybon
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Silybon with alcohol will be.
Yes, Silybon is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects have been observed at regular doses these are bloating, flatulence, and loss of appetite. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Silybon is used in the treatment of fatty liver in combination with other drugs. It helps in improving liver functions with assists in speedy recovery.
Silybon is a brand name of silymarin and it comes in form of tablet, capsule, and suspension. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as polyphenolic flavonoid that possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and cardioprotective properties. It is used for the treatment of liver diseases.
Silybon should be taken 2 - 3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Silybon has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1344-1345
