S-Adenosyl Methionine is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Liver Disease. S-Adenosyl Methionine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of S-Adenosyl Methionine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 S-Adenosyl Methionine are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Such side effects of S-Adenosyl Methionine 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 S-Adenosyl Methionine has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on S-Adenosyl Methionine related warnings talks about S-Adenosyl Methionine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by S-Adenosyl Methionine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of S-Adenosyl Methionine with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for S-Adenosyl Methionine, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
S-Adenosyl Methionine 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when S-Adenosyl Methionine is used -
Common
Is the use of S-Adenosyl Methionine safe for pregnant women?
S-Adenosyl Methionine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking S-Adenosyl Methionine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of S-Adenosyl Methionine safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of S-Adenosyl Methionine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of S-Adenosyl Methionine on the Kidneys?
S-Adenosyl Methionine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of S-Adenosyl Methionine on the Liver?
Side effects of S-Adenosyl Methionine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of S-Adenosyl Methionine on the Heart?
S-Adenosyl Methionine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
S-Adenosyl Methionine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take S-Adenosyl Methionine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this S-Adenosyl Methionine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of S-Adenosyl Methionine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking S-Adenosyl Methionine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as S-Adenosyl Methionine can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
S-Adenosyl Methionine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking S-Adenosyl Methionine for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and S-Adenosyl Methionine
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking S-Adenosyl Methionine together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and S-Adenosyl Methionine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of S-Adenosyl Methionine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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