Higado L Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Higado L Capsule Information

Higado L Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cholestatic Liver Diseases. The alternative uses of Higado L Capsule have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Higado L Capsule 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Higado L Capsule are Indigestion, Bloating or fullness, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Higado L Capsule 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.

It is also important to note that Higado L Capsule has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Higado L Capsule related warnings talks about Higado L Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Higado L Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Higado L Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

Higado L Benefits & Uses
Higado L Dosage & How to Take
Higado L Side Effects
Higado L Related Warnings
Higado L Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Higado L
Higado L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Higado L Capsule Benefits & Uses

Higado L Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cholestatic Liver Diseases

Other Benefits

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Higado L Capsule Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Cholestatic Liver Diseases Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Cholestatic Liver Diseases Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cholestatic Liver Diseases Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may increase according to body weight

Higado L Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Higado L Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Higado L. It is best to stop taking Higado L immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Higado L Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Higado L on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Higado L will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Higado L Capsule on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Higado L on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Higado L Capsule on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Higado L on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Higado L Capsule on the Heart?

Higado L may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Higado L Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Higado L Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Higado L Capsule

Is this Higado L Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Higado L Capsule has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Higado L Capsule since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Higado L Capsule does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Higado L Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Higado L Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Higado L Capsule

There is no information on the effects of taking Higado L Capsule with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Higado L Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Higado L Capsule.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Higado L Capsule

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Higado L lower cholesterol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Higado L 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Higado L lower SGPT?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Higado L 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Higado L?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Higado L is a brand name of silymarin and it comes in form of tablet, capsule, and suspension. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as polyphenolic flavonoid that possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and cardioprotective properties. It is used for the treatment of liver diseases.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Higado L protect liver?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Higado L protect the liver. It protects the liver from the damage caused by free radicals because of its antioxidant property.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Higado L?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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.