Heptasil-L: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Heptasil-L Benefits & Uses

Heptasil-L is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Alzheimer's Disease
Dementia
Liver Disease
Tardive Dyskinesia

Heptasil-L 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

Heptasil-L Related Warnings

Is the use of Heptasil-L safe for pregnant women?

Heptasil-L has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Heptasil-L safe during breastfeeding?

Heptasil-L may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Heptasil-L on the Kidneys?

Heptasil-L is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Heptasil-L on the Liver?

Heptasil-L is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Heptasil-L on the Heart?

Using Heptasil-L does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Heptasil-L with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Losartan

Phenytoin

Heptasil-L Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Diabetes
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Jaundice
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Heptasil-L

Is this Heptasil-L habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Heptasil-L.

Heptasil-L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Heptasil-L

It is safe to take Heptasil-L with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Heptasil-L

Information about the interaction of Heptasil-L and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Heptasil-L

Question over 5 years ago

How does Heptasil-L work?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Heptasil-L contains silymarin which is a polyphenolic flavonoid obtained from plant milk thistle (Silybum marianum). It is presumed that Heptasil-L works through multiple mechanisms. It prevents the formation of reactive oxygen species (free radicals) that damages the liver which affects its normal functioning. It also reduces the inflammation and stimulates the liver cells to produce proteins.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Heptasil-L?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Heptasil-L should be taken 2 - 3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Heptasil-L has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Heptasil-L lower SGPT?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Heptasil-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

Can I discontinue Heptasil-L on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Heptasil-L should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Heptasil-L?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Heptasil-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.