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Hepasil Information

Hepasil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cholestatic Liver Diseases. Secondary and off-label uses of Hepasil have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Hepasil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Hepasil include Indigestion, Bloating or fullness, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Hepasil go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Hepasil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Hepasil related warnings talks about Hepasil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Hepasil contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Hepasil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Hepasil is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Hepasil Benefits & Uses

Hepasil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cholestatic Liver Diseases

Other Benefits

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Hepasil 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

Hepasil Related Warnings

Is the use of Hepasil safe for pregnant women?

Hepasil may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Hepasil again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Hepasil safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Hepasil on the Kidneys?

Hepasil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Hepasil on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Hepasil on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Hepasil on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Hepasil on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hepasil with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Losartan

Phenytoin

Hepasil Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Hepasil

Is this Hepasil habit forming or addictive?

Hepasil does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Hepasil since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Hepasil does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hepasil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Hepasil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hepasil

There is no information on the effects of taking Hepasil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepasil

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hepasil

Question over 5 years ago

Can Hepasil lower SGPT?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hepasil lowers the SGPT (serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase or alanine transaminase) levels in the blood. This occurs due to the hepatoprotective (liver protective) action of this drug which helps in preventing the liver damage that lowers the SGPT levels in our blood.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Hepasil treat hepatitis B?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Hepasil does not treat hepatitis B because it is not an antiviral drug. However, it is used in combination with other drugs in the treatment of hepatitis.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Hepasil lower cholesterol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Hepasil lowers cholesterol levels in the blood because it inhibits the synthesis of bad cholesterol (LDL and VLDL) and it also increases the levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in our body.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Hepasil cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Hepasil 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Hepasil without consulting a doctor?

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

No, Hepasil 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.