Heptacare Syrup

Heptacare Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of fatty liver disease. It is the prescription medicine works by improving the functioning of the liver.

Heptacare Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effect is dryness in the mouth which is temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about these side effects. To prevent and manage dry mouth stay hydrated and maintain good oral hygiene. This medicine can also cause drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your drowsiness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

• Fatty liver disease

Fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease is a condition where there is an increased buildup of fat (cholesterol) in the liver. This affects the functioning of the liver and makes you unhealthy. Heptacare Syrup helps to reduce cholesterol levels, thereby improving overall health of the liver. This helps the liver to perform its normal functions. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits, stop smoking, maintain a healthy weight, and do not drink too much alcohol.

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 Saarliv

• Dryness in mouth
• Drowsiness

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Heptacare Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Heptacare Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Tricholine citrate and sorbitol. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid binding agent. It removes bile acids from the body. The liver then produces more bile acids using cholesterol, as a result, the level of cholesterol in the body is lowered. Sorbitol acts as a syrup base and also as an osmotic laxative to relieve constipation.

• Heptacare Syrup is used for the treatment of fatty liver disease and helps in its proper functioning.
• Your doctor may monitor your liver function and bilirubin levels regularly.
• Avoid smoking and drinking as it further degrades liver functioning.
• Avoid fatty food, take a healthy diet, and exercise regularly.
• Keep sipping water or have sugar-free gum in order to relieve dryness in the mouth.

Faruqui AA, Joshi C, Siddique W, et al. Evaluation of Efficacy & Tolerability of Trisoliv® Syrup (Andrographolides + Tricholine Citrate + Sorbitol) in the Management of Various Liver Dysfunctions. Int J Pharma Bio Sci. 2012;2(1):1-11.

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