Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) is used to treat the following -
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 Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) is used -
Common
Is the use of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) safe for pregnant women?
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) safe during breastfeeding?
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) on the liver.
What is the effect of Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid). If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) habit forming or addictive?
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid)
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid)
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) with alcohol.
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) should be taken 2 - 3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) contains silymarin which is a polyphenolic flavonoid obtained from plant milk thistle (Silybum marianum). It is presumed that Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) works through multiple mechanisms. It prevents the formation of reactive oxygen species (free radicals) that damages the liver which affects its normal functioning. It also reduces the inflammation and stimulates the liver cells to produce proteins.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) 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, Silymarin + Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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