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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.
Silybon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Is the use of Silybon safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Silybon. It is best to stop taking Silybon immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Silybon safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Silybon in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Silybon on the Kidneys?
Silybon may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Silybon on the Liver?
Side effects of Silybon rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Silybon on the Heart?
Silybon has very mild side effects on the heart.
Silybon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silybon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silybon habit forming or addictive?
Silybon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Silybon since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Silybon is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Silybon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Silybon
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Silybon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silybon
Information about the interaction of Silybon and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Silybon is not a blood thinner. It belongs to the class of drug known as polyphenolic flavonoid that possesses hepatoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and cardioprotective properties.
Yes, Silybon 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, Silybon is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this drug without a doctor's recommendation.
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, Silybon protect the liver. It protects the liver from the damage caused by free radicals because of its antioxidant property.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1344-1345