Silybon

Silybon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cholestatic Liver Diseases. Secondary and off-label uses of Silybon have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Silybon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Silybon include Indigestion, Bloating or fullness, Diarrhoea. Such side effects of Silybon 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 Silybon has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Silybon related warnings talks about Silybon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Silybon contraindications section.

Besides this, Silybon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Silybon is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.