Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet

Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet is a prescription medicine which has a combination of medicines that are used in the treatment of liver disease. It works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances.

Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time. This medicine should not be taken more than the recommended dose.

Remember to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medicine should not be stopped suddenly without consulting your doctor.

This medicine is generally safe, however, if you experience any side effect which you think is caused by the medicine, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or prevent the symptoms.

• Liver disease

Liver disease
Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet is a combination medicine that protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals, thereby improving overall health of the liver. This helps the liver to perform its normal functions. It can help prevent or delay liver damage in most people, especially if you start taking it in the early stages. 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

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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. Shake well before use. Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. L-Ornithine L-Aspartate is a combination of two amino acids which works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances (free radicals), thus preventing liver damage. Silymarin is an active principle obtained from milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum). It might protect liver cells from toxic chemicals and drugs. It also seems to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

• Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet protects the liver cells from toxins and helps the liver to perform its normal functions.
• Your doctor may monitor your liver function and bilirubin levels every month for the next 3 months after the start of therapy, and every 6 months thereafter.
• You will be regularly monitored for blood creatinine and blood/urine urea levels while on treatment with Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet.
• Avoid smoking and drinking as it further degrades liver functioning.
• Avoid fatty food, take a healthy diet, and exercise regularly.

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