Liver cirrhosis|Chronic liver disease

In Liver cirrhosis Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as hepatoprotectives. It protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals thereby improving the overall health of the liver. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking it even if your symptoms disappear. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits stop smoking maintain a healthy weight and do not drink too much alcohol.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat chronic (long standing) liver diseases and a complication of liver disease known as cirrhosis of the liver. It works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substance and also increases the alcohol elimination from blood and tissues.Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet should be taken with food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to get the most benefit and you may have to take it for several months or longer so try to get into a routine. Keep using it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear.The most common side effects is diarrhea. Some other side effects include nausea stomach upset stomach pain and hair loss. Not everyone gets side effects. If you are worried about them or they do not go away let your doctor know. If you have problems with diarrhea your doctor may reduce the dose or stop the treatment. Drink enough of water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea.Before taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Using this medicine can reduce or increase the effect of some other medicines so tell your doctor all other medicines you are taking. Avoid drinking alcohol as it might increase side effects.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Information regarding the use of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Information regarding the use of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet is recommended.

If you miss a dose of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Flavonoid|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Liver cirrhosis|Chronic liver disease

Nausea | Diarrhea | Indigestion | Loss of appetite | Stomach pain | Upset stomach | Back pain | Hair loss | Dizziness | Itching

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Q. What is Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet? What is it used for?::: Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as hepatoprotective medicines which means that they protect the liver. It is used to treat chronic (long-standing) liver diseases. It is also used to treat severe cases of liver disease known as cirrhosis of the liver. Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet accelerates alcohol clearance from the blood and therefore also helps in the treatment of fatty liver due to alcoholism.| Q. How does Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet work for the liver?::: Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet is obtained from milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum). Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet works by increasing the process of alcohol elimination from blood and tissues. This provides faster recovery from alcohol intoxication and as a result protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals. Thereby it helps to improve overall health of the liver.| Q. How to use Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet?::: Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet should be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and your total body weight. It is advised to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet.| Q. What are the side effects of Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet?::: The most common side effects are nausea upset stomach loss of appetite stomach or back pain hair loss dizziness itching and diarrhea. However these effects are not observed in every patient. If you are worried about them or they do not go away inform your doctor. If you have problems with diarrhea your doctor may reduce the dose or stop the treatment. Drink enough water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea.| Q. Can Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet be used in pregnancy and lactation?::: Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet may not be safe to be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before taking Hepmed Forte 140mg Tablet if you are planning to conceive pregnant or breastfeeding to prevent harmful effects on the baby.