Hepmend 0.5 Infusion: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion Information

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fatty Liver. Hepmend 0.5 Infusion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hepmend 0.5 Infusion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Hepmend 0.5 Infusion has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Hepmend 0.5 Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hepmend 0.5 Infusion related warnings section.

The section on Hepmend 0.5 Infusion contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Hepmend 0.5 Infusion may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Hepmend 0.5 Infusion, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Hepmend Benefits & Uses
Hepmend Dosage & How to Take
Hepmend Side Effects
Hepmend Related Warnings
Hepmend Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Hepmend
Hepmend Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion Benefits & Uses

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fatty Liver (Read More - Home Remedies for Fatty Liver)

Other Benefits

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatic Encephalopathy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatic Encephalopathy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion Related Warnings

Is the use of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Hepmend will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Hepmend on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Hepmend will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Hepmend on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion on the Liver?

Hepmend is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion on the Heart?

Hepmend is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hepmend 0.5 Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Hepmend 0.5 Infusion

Is this Hepmend 0.5 Infusion habit forming or addictive?

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Hepmend 0.5 Infusion since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Hepmend 0.5 Infusion is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hepmend 0.5 Infusion is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Hepmend 0.5 Infusion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hepmend 0.5 Infusion

Taking Hepmend 0.5 Infusion with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepmend 0.5 Infusion

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Hepmend 0.5 Infusion and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hepmend 0.5 Infusion

Question over 5 years ago

Is Hepmend helpful in hepatic encephalopathy?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hepmend is helpful in hepatic encephalopathy which is a brain disorder that causes a decline in the functioning of the brain due to the accumulation of ammonia caused by liver damage. Hepmend works by promoting the synthesis of glutamine in our body which is an amino acid that binds with ammonia, this binding results in the formation of a complex which is non-toxic in nature and easily removed from the body by kidneys in urine. Thus Hepmend helps in inactivation or detoxification and removal of these harmful excessive levels of ammonia which restores its balance in our body.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Hepmend cause low blood pressure (BP)?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Hepmend does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides and discuss with the doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Hepmend?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Hepmend is a brand name of L-ornithine L-aspartate and it comes in various dosage forms such as a tablet, sachet, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drug known as hepatic protectors. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of hyperammonemia (high levels of ammonia in blood) that results from liver diseases such as liver cirrhosis (liver damage caused by long-term alcohol consumption or untreated hepatitis), fatty liver (deposition of fat in the liver), and hepatitis (inflammation of liver due to viral infection). Hepmend is also used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy (a brain disorder that causes a decline in the functioning of the brain due to the accumulation of ammonia in which results from the liver damage).

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Hepmend?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, oral Hepmend should be taken by mouth 2 - 3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Hepmend can be taken with or with food as the presence of food normally does not affect its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with diabetes mellitus and fructose intolerance.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Hepmend cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Hepmend causes nausea and vomiting, but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.