Actimarin Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Actimarin Tablet Information

Actimarin Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Actimarin Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Actimarin Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Actimarin Tablet are Diarrhoea, Nausea or vomiting. Normally, these side effects of Actimarin Tablet 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 Actimarin Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Actimarin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Actimarin Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Actimarin Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Actimarin Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Actimarin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Actimarin Benefits & Uses
Actimarin Dosage & How to Take
Actimarin Side Effects
Actimarin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Actimarin with Other Drugs
Actimarin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Actimarin
Actimarin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Actimarin Tablet Benefits & Uses

Actimarin Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Liver Disease

Actimarin Tablet 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: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg ursodiol and 140 mg silymarin
Geriatric	Disease: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg ursodiol and 140 mg silymarin

Actimarin Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Actimarin Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Actimarin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Actimarin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Actimarin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Actimarin. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Actimarin Tablet on the Kidneys?

Use of Actimarin may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Actimarin Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Actimarin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Actimarin Tablet on the Heart?

Actimarin may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Actimarin Tablet with Other Drugs

Actimarin Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fenofibrate

Moderate

Losartan

Phenytoin

Aluminium hydroxide

Ciprofloxacin

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Actimarin Tablet Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Actimarin Tablet

Is this Actimarin Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Actimarin Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Actimarin Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Actimarin Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Actimarin Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Actimarin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actimarin Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Actimarin Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Actimarin Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Actimarin Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Actimarin Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Actimarin cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Actimarin might cause diarrhoea. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause diarrhoea is unknown. You are advised to drink plenty of water will taking this drug to keep yourself well hydrated.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Actimarin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Actimarin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Actimarin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Actimarin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this drug without a doctor's recommendation.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Actimarin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Actimarin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Actimarin?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Actimarin should be taken 2 - 3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Actimarin has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Urso 250® / Urso Forte® (ursodiol)

Highlights of Prescribing Information [Internet]: URSO 250® / URSO Forte® (ursodiol) TABLETS . Initial U.S. Approval: 1997

Gholamreza Karimi,1,* Maryam Vahabzadeh,2 Parisa Lari,2 Marziyeh Rashedinia,2 and Mohammad Moshiri2 [Internet]: “Silymarin”, a Promising Pharmacological Agent for Treatment of Diseases. PMCID: PMC3586829 PMID: 23492971