Hepanor
Silymarin [Milk thistle] → (17 brands)
Unit Price
৳ 9.00
20's pack৳ 180.00
(20's pack: ৳ 180.00)
Drug International Ltd.
Drug Class
Cholagogues, Cholelitholytics & Hepatic Protectors
Indication
Jaundice
Dosage Form
Capsule
Manufacturer
Drug International Ltd.
Compare Alternate Brands
Same generic (Silymarin [Milk thistle]), 140 mg, Capsule — 10 alternate brands available.
Bliss
Purnava Limited
৳ 20.00
Unit Price
Hepamarin
Aristopharma Ltd.
৳ 11.00
Unit Price
Lowest
Hepamilk
ACME Laboratories Ltd.
৳ 9.00
Unit Price
Improliv
Veritas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
৳ 9.00
Unit Price
Livasil
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
৳ 11.00
Unit Price
Methicap
Bronson Laboratories (BD) Ltd.
৳ 20.00
Unit Price
Indication DetailsView
Silymarin (Milk thistle) is indicated for the treatment and prevention of-
- Liver disease, (non-alcoholic & alcoholic)
- Liver cirrhosis, (non-alcoholic & alcoholic)
- Infectious hepatitis
- Drug-induced hepatitis
- Liver disease secondary to diabetes mellitus
- Toxicity of narcotics
- Fatty liver
- Jaundice
Therapeutic ClassView
Cholagogues, Cholelitholytics & Hepatic Protectors, Herbal and Nutraceuticals
PharmacologyView
Silymarin, a flavonoid complex of Silybum marianum or Milk thistle, is the biologically active component. It provides hepatocellular protection through toxin blockade at the membrane level, enhances protein synthesis, antioxidant activity, anti-fibrotic activity and possible anti-inflammatory or immunomodulating effects.
DosageView
1 capsule 2 to 3 times daily or as directed by a physician.
Side EffectsView
Well tolerated in the recommended dose. Occasionally a mild laxative effect may observe.
ContraindicationsView
Contraindicated in patient with a known hypersensitivity to silymarin.
InteractionsView
Concomitant use of silymarin and butyrophenones or phenothiazines has resulted in the reduction of lipid peroxidation.
Pregnancy & LactationView
No experience is available about the use of Silymarin 70 mg or 140 mg during pregnancy and lactation. Therefore, if needed Silymarin 70 mg or 140 mg should be taken with caution according to the physician’s advice.
Storage ConditionsView
Store in a cool & dry place, away from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.