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.

Uses of Silokyne L Tablet

Liver disease

Benefits of Silokyne L Tablet

In 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.

Side effects of Silokyne L 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 Silokyne L

Limited data available

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

How Silokyne L Tablet works

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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Silokyne L Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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

Silokyne L 250mg/140mg Tablet

₹8.24/Tablet

Hepamac Tablet

Unimac Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹29/tablet

252% costlier

Quick tips

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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References

Combs Jr. GF, McClung JP. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. 5th ed. Westborough, MA: Academic Press; 2017.
Jatwa R, Kar A, Jatwa R, Anand Kar. Protective effect of L-Ornithine-L-Aspartate and Silymarin on chemically induced kidney toxicity and thyroid dysfunction in mice. EXCLI Journal. 2008;7:139-50. [Accessed 21 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:

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