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Legalon has the active ingredient silymarin, which is available in the form of 70mg or 140mg capsules. The drug is used to support the treatment of a number of liver-related diseases: Hepatitis, liver dysfunction, liver failure, fatty liver,...
1. Uses of the drug Legalon
Legalon medicine contains Silymarin (extracted from the fruit of Silybum Marianum - milk thistle). This is an ingredient that has the effect of enhancing the detoxification function of the liver, stimulating the regeneration of liver cells, protecting liver cells from damage caused by toxins (alcohol, poisons with the liver, ...) , increase the ability to respond to immunogenicity,...
Legalon is indicated in the treatment of a number of liver diseases such as:
Acute and chronic hepatitis, fatty liver, liver failure; Protect liver cells, restore liver function for people who drink alcohol, are poisoned (food, chemicals); People who use drugs that are harmful to liver cells: Medicines to treat tuberculosis, cancer, diabetes, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, drugs affecting nerves,...; People with liver dysfunction: Fatigue, anorexia, jaundice, indigestion, allergies, constipation, urinary retention,...; Prevention and support in the treatment of cirrhosis, liver cancer,... *Note: Legalon is sold by prescription, only used when prescribed by a doctor.
Contraindications to using the drug Legalon:
People who are hypersensitive to the ingredients of the drug; Patients with hepatic coma, obstructive jaundice, primary cholestatic cirrhosis.
2. How to use and dose Legalon
How to use: Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water, do not chew or break the tablet. Should take the medicine after eating to promote the best effect.
Dosage: Adjust according to the age and symptoms of each patient (as prescribed by the doctor). Dosage references are as follows:
Liver disease and alcoholic cirrhosis: Take 2 tablets of 70mg x 3 times/day, use for 3-6 months; Maintenance treatment: Take 1 tablet 70mg x 3 times/day. Overdose: When experiencing signs of overdose, the patient should stop the drug, immediately go to the nearest hospital for timely treatment.
Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose of Legalon, the patient should take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as scheduled.
3. Legalon drug side effects
Some unwanted side effects that may be encountered when using Legalon include: Headache, diarrhea in the first days. After that, these symptoms will go away. Rare: Hypersensitivity reactions such as rash or difficulty breathing. Patients should inform their doctor about the side effects encountered while taking the drug to receive appropriate advice.
4. Be careful when using Legalon
Before and while taking Legalon, patients should note:
Before taking the drug, you should tell your doctor if: You are allergic to any agent, are pregnant or breast-feeding, the health problems you have or are having,...; Use with caution in pregnant and lactating women, consult a doctor before use; Medication is not a substitute for avoiding causes of liver damage (eg, alcohol); Tell your doctor if you see signs of jaundice, the whites of the eyes are yellow; There are insufficient data on the use of the drug in children. Therefore, Legalon should not be given to children under 12 years of age; When using Legalon, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the treating doctor. If you experience any side effects, the patient should immediately contact the doctor for advice on the best solution.
Legalon has the active ingredient silymarin, which is available in 70mg or 140mg capsules. The drug is used to support the treatment of a number of liver-related diseases: Hepatitis, liver dysfunction, liver failure, fatty liver,... To ensure effective treatment and avoid side effects , users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
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