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Hepgest Benefits & Uses

Hepgest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Liver Cirrhosis (Read More - Home Remedies For Liver Cirrhosis)

Other Benefits

Liver Disease
Liver Failure (Read More - Liver Failure Home Remedies)
Gallbladder Stones
Enlarged Liver

Hepgest 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: Liver Disease Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Liver Disease Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Hepgest Related Warnings

Is the use of Hepgest safe for pregnant women?

Hepgest is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Hepgest safe during breastfeeding?

Hepgest has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Hepgest on the Kidneys?

Hepgest is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hepgest on the Liver?

Hepgest has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hepgest on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Hepgest for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hepgest with Other Drugs

Hepgest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fenofibrate

Moderate

Aluminium hydroxide

Ciprofloxacin

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Hepgest Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Hepgest

Is this Hepgest habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Hepgest.

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

After taking Hepgest you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Hepgest is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hepgest is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Hepgest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hepgest

Taking Hepgest with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepgest

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Hepgest and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hepgest

Question almost 5 years ago

How long can Hepgest be taken safely?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Hepgest should be taken as directed by your doctor. The main aim of this drug is to dissolve gallstones and it may take a few months to a year to work effectively. Do not self-medicate yourself assuming that you have gallstones this is strictly a prescribed Hepgest.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Hepgest a steroid?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Hepgest is not a steroid. It is a bile acid which helps in reducing the cholesterol saturation of the bile.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Hepgest cause itching?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Hepgest does not cause itching. In fact, it is used for the alleviation of itching in pregnant women who suffer from intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy. (A disease in which flow of bile from the liver stops or slowdowns). However, any visible rashes or discomfort experienced while taking this drug to inform your gynecologist and follow his/her instructions. Do not discontinue the medicinal course on your own.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Hepgest cause weight loss?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Hepgest does not cause weight loss. It facilitates the process of weight loss by preventing the formation of gallstones and breaking the cholesterol molecules in patients who lose weight rapidly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Hepgest cause lower abdomen pain?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Hepgest is usually not associated with lower abdomen pain. But one must not ignore lower abdomen pain as lower abdomen pain could be an indication of undissolved gallstones and other underlying medical conditions. Take a mild painkiller and if the pain does not subside then seek medical attention without any further delay.