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Hepaford Syrup is used in the treatment of liver disease. It protects the liver from harmful chemical substances and improves the functioning of the liver.

Hepaford Syrup is to be taken in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. You can take it with or without food. You must take the medicine regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Taking more than recommended doses of this medicine may have harmful effects on your health. The course of the treatment must be completed for better efficacy.

This medicine is generally well tolerated with little or no side effects. However, if you experience any symptoms which you think are due to the medicine, inform your doctor. If you experience any kind of allergic reaction (severe rashes, difficulty in swallowing, shortness of breath, swelling, etc.), you must call for immediate medical help.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney disease. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. During the treatment, your doctor may advise regular blood tests to monitor blood creatinine and blood/urine urea levels.

Uses of Hepaford Syrup

  • Treatment of Liver disease

Benefits of Hepaford Syrup

In Treatment of Liver disease

Hepaford Syrup 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 is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. 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 Hepaford Syrup

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 Hepaford

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Hepaford Syrup

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. Hepaford Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Hepaford Syrup works

Hepaford Syrup is a combination of two amino acids which works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances (free radicals), thus preventing liver damage.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hepaford Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Hepaford Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Hepaford Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hepaford Syrup 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 Hepaford Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hepaford Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You will be regularly monitored for blood creatinine and blood/urine urea levels.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
  • Do not take Hepaford Syrup if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
  • You will be regularly monitored for blood creatinine and blood/urine urea levels.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
  • Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amino acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Amino acids

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FAQs

Is it ok to take alcohol when taking Hepaford Syrup?

No, it is not recommended to take alcohol when on Hepaford Syrup. It is a medicine given in cases of liver failure. Although, there are no reported interaction. Still, in cases of liver failure, alcohol should be avoided as it could worsen your complication of liver disease.

What is Hepaford Syrup?

Hepaford Syrup is made up of two amino acids. It is most commonly used in cases of liver diseases in order to prevent it from abnormal brain function called hepatic encephalopathy.

Is it safe to give Hepaford Syrup to pregnant or lactating women?

Hepaford Syrup is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. It is advised that if your doctor prescribes you this medicine then you must discuss all the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.

What is the use of Hepaford Syrup in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy (HE)?

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a brain disorder which occurs in patients with liver failure. In liver failure, there is increased bacterial growth in the intestine which leads to an accumulation of ammonia in blood. This deteriorating condition of the liver starts affecting the functioning of the brain, causing Hepatic encephalopathy. Hepaford Syrup works by detoxifying the ammonia from the blood, hence decreasing the free ammonia from the body. This, as a result, helps decrease the abnormal functioning of the brain caused due to liver failure.

How is Hepaford Syrup given?

Hepaford Syrup can be given orally, with or without food. Your doctor will suggest the appropriate dose depending on the patient’s health condition and severity of the disease.

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References

  1. Goh ET, Stokes CS, Sidhu SS, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2018;5. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
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