Abbot Laboratories (Pakistan) LTD
Silliver 100mg/5ml 120ml Syrup
Silliver 100mg/5ml 120ml Syrup
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SPECIFICATION
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Silymarin
Used For
Hepatitis
How it works
The exact mechanism by which Silymarin protects the liver is not known. It has been postulated that the drug acts by stabilizing liver cell membranes, thereby reducing their permeability to certain toxic substances. This stabilization may occur as the result of competitive inhibition between Silymarin and hepatotoxic substances at the level of the cell membrane.
USAGE AND SAFETY
Dosage
Silymarin
Side Effects
Silymarin is normally well-tolerated, even when the physician intends to administer it over long periods of time. At high doses, a slight laxative and diuretic effect may be observed .
Drug Interactions
Reactions between Silymarin and other medications have not been reported.
Indication
Silymarin is indicated as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of liver disease of varying etiologies; acute hepatitis, chronic persistent and chronic aggressive hepatitis, cirrhosis of liver, fatty liver, toxic metabolic or toxic metabolic liver damage. It has been shown to protect the liver from damage caused by general anesthesia
When not to Use
Silymarin is contraindicated in individuals with a hypersensitivity to the product, or when mechanical obstacles are present in the biliary tracts.
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution
No conditions have been encountered which would preclude the administration of Silymarin.
WARNINGS
Warning 1
Silymarin has not been reported to alter normal pregnancy, and there has been no evidence of embryo toxicity. There is no evidence of impaired development of the breast-fed infant.
Warning 2
Overdose of a drug can be accidental. If you have taken more than the prescribed Silymarin there is a chance of getting a harmful effect on your body’s functions. Overdose of a medicine can lead to some medical emergency.
Warning 3
If you experience any of the following signs of a serious allergic reaction, stop taking Silymarin and seek medical attention immediately .
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.