Livwyn 300mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Wynclark Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Livwyn 300mg Tablet is used to dissolve certain gallstones and prevent them from forming. It is also used to treat a type of liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Livwyn 300mg Tablet should be swallowed whole after a meal and with a glass of milk or water. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. Take it regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it for as long as prescribed (several months or longer). Keep taking it even if your symptoms disappear.
Directions for Use
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. Livwyn 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Livwyn 300mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Livwyn 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Livwyn 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Ciclosporin
How it works
Livwyn 300mg Tablet is a hepatoprotective medication. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol in the blood and helps dissolve gallbladder stones that are composed mainly of cholesterol. It also improves liver enzymes, protects liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids, and improves liver function.
Quick Tips
Take it after a meal with a glass of milk or water Eat a healthy diet Exercise regularly Avoid alcohol intake Drink plenty of fluids if diarrhea occurs
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended schedule for taking Livwyn 300mg Tablet?
The suitable timing of taking this medicine might differ depending on your condition. Your doctor may instruct you to take 2 to 3 doses per day, and it's best to take the last dose at bedtime. It can be taken with water, milk, and should be taken with food or after food. For dissolving gallstones, it is usually suggested to be taken once daily at night.
Is Livwyn 300mg Tablet considered safe?
Livwyn 300mg Tablet is generally considered a safe and effective medicine. However, common side effects may include diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, long-term therapy with this medicine may affect liver enzyme levels, so regular monitoring by your doctor is necessary.
How does Livwyn 300mg Tablet help the liver?
Livwyn 300mg Tablet acts on the liver and becomes concentrated in bile secreted from the liver. This suppresses cholesterol synthesis and secretion by the liver, thereby decreasing cholesterol levels in bile. It also reduces cholesterol saturation in bile from the liver, leading to gallstone dissolution.
Can Livwyn 300mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Livwyn 300mg Tablet, particularly when prescribed for patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts of the liver. Weight gain can occur as bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine.
What should I avoid while taking Livwyn 300mg Tablet?
While taking Livwyn 300mg Tablet, avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease its effectiveness. Also, avoid medications like cholestyramine or colestipol, and oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents such as clofibrate, as they may increase the chances of developing gallstones.
