Silarin 70 Tablet is a medicine used to treat chronic (long standing) liver diseases, and a complication of liver disease known as cirrhosis of the liver. It works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substance and also increases the alcohol elimination from blood and tissues.

Silarin 70 Tablet is used to restore the function of the liver.

Uses of Silarin Tablet

Chronic liver disease
Liver cirrhosis

Benefits of Silarin Tablet

In Chronic liver disease

Silarin 70 Tablet is used to treat chronic (long-standing) liver diseases and may be used alone or with other medicines. It protects the liver cells from toxins and helps the liver to perform its normal functions. Once you start this treatment, it is likely that you will be taking it for a long time. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits, stop smoking, maintain a healthy weight, and do not drink too much alcohol.

In Liver cirrhosis

Silarin 70 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as hepatoprotectives. It protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals, thereby improving the overall health of the liver. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking it even if your symptoms disappear. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits, stop smoking, maintain a healthy weight, and do not drink too much alcohol.

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Side effects of Silarin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Silarin

Nausea
Bloating
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Loss of appetite
Stomach pain
Upset stomach
Back pain
Hair loss
Dizziness
Itching
Rash

How to use Silarin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Silarin 70 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Silarin Tablet works

Silarin 70 Tablet is obtained from milk thistle seeds (Silybum marianum). It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that protect liver cells from harmful effects of toxic chemicals (called free radicals) as well as some other medicines.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Silarin 70 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Silarin 70 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Silarin 70 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Silarin 70 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Silarin 70 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Silarin 70 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Flavonoid

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Hepatoprotectives

FAQs

What is Silarin 70 Tablet? What is it used for?

Silarin 70 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as hepatoprotective medicines which means that they protect the liver. It is used to treat chronic (long-standing) liver diseases. It is also used to treat severe cases of liver disease known as cirrhosis of the liver. Silarin 70 Tablet accelerates alcohol clearance from the blood and therefore also helps in the treatment of fatty liver due to alcoholism.

How does Silarin 70 Tablet work for the liver?

Silarin 70 Tablet is obtained from milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum). Silarin 70 Tablet works by increasing the process of alcohol elimination from blood and tissues. This provides faster recovery from alcohol intoxication and as a result protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals. Thereby, it helps to improve overall health of the liver.

How to use Silarin 70 Tablet?

Silarin 70 Tablet should be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and your total body weight. It is advised to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit of Silarin 70 Tablet.

What are the side effects of Silarin 70 Tablet?

The most common side effects are nausea, upset stomach, loss of appetite, stomach or back pain, hair loss, dizziness, itching and diarrhea. However, these effects are not observed in every patient. If you are worried about them or they do not go away, inform your doctor. If you have problems with diarrhea your doctor may reduce the dose or stop the treatment. Drink enough water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea.

Can Silarin 70 Tablet be used in pregnancy and lactation?

Silarin 70 Tablet may not be safe to be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before taking Silarin 70 Tablet if you are planning to conceive, pregnant or breastfeeding to prevent harmful effects on the baby.

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References

Drugs.com. Silymarin. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India

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