Silymarin (Milk Thistle) is indicated for the treatment and prevention of:
Each capsule contains a standardized extract of
Silymarin is a well-known hepatoprotective agent. It is prepared from a standardized extract of Milk Thistle fruits.
Silymarin stimulates RNA polymerase-A, enhances protein synthesis, and helps in regeneration and repair of liver cells. The liver-protecting and liver-repairing effects of Silymarin are mainly due to its antioxidant and protein-restoring activities. Its antioxidant activity is about ten times more powerful than vitamin E.
It prevents toxic and foreign substances from entering liver cells by stabilizing the outer membrane of hepatocytes. Silymarin also has a membrane-stabilizing effect by altering liver cell structure in a way that prevents toxin entry. It protects liver cells from damage caused by alcohol, organic compounds, viral infections, acetaminophen, environmental pollutants, and metabolic by-products including foods, drugs, chemotherapeutic agents, and other chemicals.
It also acts through anti-lipid peroxidative, antifibrotic, anti-inflammatory, membrane-stabilizing, immunomodulatory, and liver-regenerating mechanisms.
Adults: 1 to 3 capsule(s) should be taken into 2 to 3 times daily or medication should be continued until the relief of symptoms according to the advice of physician.
Children: It should not be given to children without advice of physician.
Concomitant use of Silymarin with butyrophenones or phenothiazines has been shown to reduce lipid peroxidation.
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Silymarin.
Generally well tolerated at recommended doses. Occasionally, a mild laxative effect may be observed.
There is no sufficient experience regarding the use of Silymarin 70 mg or 140 mg during pregnancy and lactation. Therefore, if necessary, it should be used with caution under a physician’s advice.
Cholagogues, Cholelitholytics & Hepatic Protectors, Herbal and Nutraceuticals.
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
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