Silybin 140

Composition Each capsule contains a standardized extract of- Milk thistle 175 mg equivalent to Silymarin 140 mg Milk thistle 87.50 mg equivalent to Silymarin 70 mg Indications 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 Class Cholagogues, Cholelitholytics & Hepatic Protectors, Herbal and Nutraceuticals Pharmacology 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. Interaction Concomitant use of silymarin and butyrophenones or phenothiazines has resulted in the reduction of lipid peroxidation. Contraindications Contraindicated in patient with a known hypersensitivity to silymarin. Side Effects Well tolerated in the recommended dose. Occasionally a mild laxative effect may observe. Pregnancy & Lactation 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 Conditions Store in a cool & dry place, away from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.