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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 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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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.
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.
What is the effect of Hepasil on the Kidneys?
Hepasil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hepasil on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Hepasil on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Hepasil on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Hepasil on the heart have been reported.
Hepasil 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 Hepasil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hepasil habit forming or addictive?
Hepasil does not cause addiction.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Hepasil does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hepasil is not used to treat mental disorders.
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.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepasil
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hepasil with alcohol.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1344-1345