The process of replacing functional tissues with connective tissue is called cirrhosis. The disease threatens human life, so the correct therapy must be selected using modern means. Drugs for liver cirrhosis are used at all stages of treatment. They are prescribed by a doctor, based on the diagnostic procedures performed. If therapy is not started on time, severe complications will occur that will lead to death.
Cirrhosis of the liver
What medications are used
Depending on the type of disease, different medications may be used. Liver cirrhosis is divided into the following types:
- viral;
- alcoholic;
- toxic;
- congestive (cardiac);
- idiopathic.
There are other types of cirrhosis. For each of them you will need to select certain medications. It is worth noting that there are medications that are used to treat any type of disease. These include hepatoprotectors and essential phospholipids. If the disease is caused by an infection, then anti-infective drugs are taken. If the changes are caused by disruptions in the endocrine system, then hormonal agents can be used (usually this occurs against the background of fatty hepatosis). In addition, the following can be used:
- corticosteroids;
- anti-inflammatory drugs;
- immunosuppressants;
- immunostimulants.
Therapy is always complex. All medications that can help during this process are used. Only a complex intervention with drugs, diet and activity restrictions (at the initial stage of treatment) will help cope with this disease.
During remission of the disease, herbal remedies and vitamins are used. They are aimed at maintaining the functioning of the entire gastrointestinal tract and stimulating the immune system. They also affect the liver gland, helping it work. During the remission stage, the use of hepatoprotectors continues.
Top 10 drugs from the pharmacy
Liver pills (effective and inexpensive medications are prescribed by specialists) are used only when indicated, which eliminates the risk of complications. Once the diagnosis is made, an individual treatment regimen is selected for the patient.
Karsil
The most popular medicine for liver therapy, available in tablet form. It contains silymarin or milk thistle extract, which has pronounced properties and is often used for liver therapy.
The product has antitoxic and hepatoprotective properties, helps restore organ cells and reduce the negative effects of toxins.
As a result, the organ is cleansed and the functioning of the digestive tract, especially the gallbladder, improves. The herbal composition is considered relatively safe for patients, so the medicine is often used for liver damage of varying degrees of neglect, as well as as part of a complex treatment of pathologies.
Main indications for the use of tablets:
- Hepatitis of various forms and severity.
- Fatty hepatosis.
- Cirrhosis of the liver.
- Poisoning of the body with medicines, food, alcoholic beverages.
The drug is taken for 10-30 days, depending on the severity of the manifestations and the presence of associated abnormalities. The daily dosage for an adult is 6 tablets, which are taken 2 pieces 3 times a day after meals. If necessary, the course can be extended, but according to indications and as prescribed by a doctor.
The drug has contraindications, which include age under 5 years, as well as intolerance to the components of the composition. Pregnant and lactating women are prescribed medicine only when necessary and under the supervision of a physician.
The medicine can provoke adverse reactions such as nausea, stomach pain, and stool disorders. Some patients report indigestion and loss of appetite. The drug does not provoke an overdose. Such cases have not been recorded by specialists, but the risk cannot be excluded. In case of an overdose, all negative reactions may worsen, causing repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.
Medicines are dispensed from pharmacies without presenting a prescription from a doctor. Its cost is approximately 50 rubles. for 10 tablets.
Glutargin
Liver tablets (effective and inexpensive products can be used in combination with other medications) based on arginine glutamate. The drug is considered quite effective and relatively safe for patients, and has an attractive price, which ranges from 150-200 rubles.
The tablets have pronounced hepatoprotective properties, allowing not only to improve liver function, but also to start the processes of restoration of organ cells. As a result, the progression of the disease is stopped and the development of complications is prevented.
The drug is prescribed for liver cirrhosis, hepatitis and liver failure. The course of therapy lasts from 10 to 20 days, while the specialist takes into account the severity of the disorders, which allows you to adjust the dosage and duration of use.
The daily dose for patients is 3 tablets. It should not be consumed at once; the daily dose is divided into 3 doses throughout the day.
If necessary, the single dosage can be increased to 3 tablets of 250 mg each.
It is important to note that tablets are available with a dosage of 750 mg each, so you need to pay attention to the directions on the packaging.
The medicine is not prescribed during pregnancy and lactation, patients under 18 years of age and patients with acute or severe chronic kidney disease.
When used, tablets can provoke negative reactions in the form of heartburn, pain in the gallbladder, heaviness in the stomach after eating. In case of overdose, the symptoms worsen, a critical decrease in blood pressure and sleep disturbances are observed. The condition usually normalizes after stopping therapy and consulting a doctor.
The drug is sold in pharmacies without a doctor's prescription, which increases the risk of developing various complications when used independently without a doctor's prescription.
Darsil
Tablets for oral administration that contain milk thistle extract as the main active ingredient. The drug has pronounced antitoxic properties, but additionally stimulates the restoration of hepatocytes, which are damaged as a result of the negative aggressive effects of drinks, food and other substances.
When using the medicine, the excretion of bile is stimulated, the formation of stones in the gallbladder is prevented, which has a beneficial effect on the general condition of the patient.
Taking tablets is indicated in case of liver failure, cirrhosis or inflammatory, toxic liver damage. It helps stop the progression of the condition and stimulates organ recovery.
Take 3-6 tablets per day, depending on the severity of the manifestations, dividing the dosage into 3 doses during the day. Admission is carried out after meals, and the course of therapy lasts up to 4 weeks.
The product has contraindications that should be taken into account when using:
- The period of lactation and childbearing.
- Age up to 5 years.
- The patient has a history of intolerance to the components of the composition or a tendency to such manifestations.
- Acute peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum.
For diabetes mellitus, the drug is prescribed with caution. When used, negative reactions do not occur so often, but can manifest themselves in the form of weakness, indigestion and stool disorders.
The drug does not provoke an overdose when used correctly, but if the daily norm is constantly exceeded, nausea, repeated vomiting during the day, persistent constipation or loose stools may develop. The medicine is dispensed in a pharmacy without a prescription from a doctor, its cost is approximately 200-300 rubles.
Silimar
Tablets that help get rid of liver symptoms of varying severity. The product is inexpensive and quite effective, its cost is approximately 100-140 rubles.
The tablets contain silymarin extract as the main active ingredient, have hepatoprotective properties, and also help cleanse the body of toxins. When using the medication, there is a gradual restoration of cells and an improvement in the functioning of the entire digestive tract.
The drug is prescribed for toxic organ damage, cirrhosis and liver failure. Do not use it in cases of intolerance to the components of the composition, during pregnancy and lactation, in patients under 12 years of age.
Tablets are taken 1-2 pieces 1 to 3 times a day, depending on the severity of the disease. Treatment lasts from 10 days to 4 weeks, its duration is determined by the doctor taking into account the patient’s condition.
The drug can lead to the development of complications if the instructions for its use are not followed. They manifest themselves in the form of weakness, headache, and loss of appetite. Often there is pain in the stomach and gall bladder. If the dosage is exceeded for a long period, an overdose may develop, accompanied by frequent vomiting and deterioration of the general condition.
The medicine is considered quite effective and is available in pharmacies without a prescription from a doctor.
Progepar
A product from the group of hepatoprotectors of natural origin, available in the form of tablets for oral administration. The drug contains bovine liver extracts and inositol.
The effect of the product is enhanced by the presence of cyanocobalamin in the composition. The drug has pronounced hepatoprotective properties, has a positive effect on metabolic processes and stimulates the functioning of the organ, the gallbladder.
It is taken when diagnosing the following disorders:
- Liver failure.
- Cirrhosis of the liver.
- Hepatitis at different stages of development.
- Toxic liver damage.
- Some dermatological diseases.
The drug is used in courses of 10-30 days, depending on the severity of the manifestations.
In case of a mild form of the disorder, it is enough to take 1 tablet 3 times a day; in case of severe disease, the daily norm is doubled. Adjustment of dosage and duration of therapy depends on the patient's condition.
The drug rarely provokes complications, but sometimes patients may report the development of an allergic reaction, accompanied by a rash, itchy skin and irritation. There is no evidence of overdose, since the product is of natural origin. It is sold in pharmacies with a prescription from a doctor, the cost is approximately 300-400 rubles. for 20 tablets.
Heptor
Liver tablets (effective and inexpensive drugs are considered a good alternative to expensive drugs) based on the substance ademetionine, which has not only hepatoprotective, but also antidepressant properties.
The drug is prescribed for various forms of hepatitis, liver failure and cirrhosis. It is also used for depressive disorders and alcohol intoxication.
The medication helps to significantly improve the condition and prevents the development of complications as the disease progresses. The daily dosage for patients is usually 2 tablets, but in severe cases it can be increased to 4 tablets. The medicine is taken between meals, the duration of therapy is 14-28 days.
The medicine is not prescribed if intolerance to the components of the composition or a tendency to such manifestations is detected in the patient’s medical history, during pregnancy and lactation, and under the age of 18 years. It is used with caution when the level of nitrogen in the blood increases.
If the instructions are not followed, complications may develop. Patients report nausea, vomiting, and heartburn. Often, adverse reactions affect the intestines, which leads to increased gas formation, bloating and intestinal colic.
There is no data on drug overdose. The drug can be purchased in pharmacies upon presentation of a doctor's prescription. The price for 10 tablets is 500-550 rubles.
Artichoke extract from Evalar
Tablets that can be used to improve the condition of the liver, as well as to prevent pathologies. The product contains artichoke extract as the main active ingredient and is classified as a dietary supplement. The supplement has choleretic properties and also stimulates the natural defenses of the liver, which has a positive effect on the functioning of the organ.
It is prescribed separately from other medications or as part of complex therapy for hepatitis, cirrhosis, hepatosis and some other diseases. Take 1 tablet with meals 4 times a day. Treatment lasts from 2 weeks to 1 month.
The dietary supplement has contraindications:
- The patient's age is up to 12 years.
- Intolerance to the main or auxiliary components of the composition.
- Biliary dyskinesia.
- End-stage liver or kidney failure.
The drug rarely causes complications if used correctly. Sometimes patients talk about heartburn, heaviness in the stomach, and indigestion. Symptoms disappear after stopping treatment. The supplement does not lead to an overdose.
The drug is dispensed from pharmacies without a prescription, the price of tablets is from 150 rubles. depending on the region of distribution.
Hofitol
Liver tablets (effective and inexpensive medications that help significantly alleviate the condition of patients) are plant-based, which contain extract from artichoke leaves. They have pronounced choleretic properties, have a positive effect on the general condition of patients and improve the functioning of the intestines and stomach.
The drug is taken for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes in case of liver damage from toxins, diagnosis of hepatitis or other disorders of the organ. Often the medicine is prescribed for cholelithiasis, as well as to stimulate the production of bile.
Tablets are taken 1-2 pieces 2 to 3 times a day for 21 days. If necessary, it is allowed to extend the course, but only as prescribed by a doctor. The drug is not used in case of intolerance to its components, in childhood, as well as during pregnancy and lactation.
Hofitol - a herbal preparation for the liver based on artichoke
It can provoke complications if the doctor’s recommendations are not followed:
- Intestinal spasms.
- Nausea.
- Heartburn.
- Vomiting and stool upset.
- Abdominal pain.
There have been no cases of drug overdose, but if the daily norm is constantly exceeded, all negative reactions may worsen. The medicine is dispensed in a pharmacy without a prescription from a doctor. Its cost is approximately 400 rubles.
Allohol
One of the most popular medications for liver therapy in patients of different sexes. The medication is available in the form of tablets for oral administration. The choleretic, antitoxic and hepatoprotective effect is carried out due to the presence of several components of natural origin:
- Nettle leaves.
- Garlic bulbs.
- Bile.
The effectiveness of therapy is enhanced by the presence of activated carbon in the composition. The drug helps remove toxins and harmful components from the body, stimulates the restoration of liver cells, and helps improve the flow of bile. Take tablets for hepatitis, cholecystitis, impaired bile outflow and toxic liver damage.
The daily dosage for the patient is 6 tablets, take 2 of them during the day at equal intervals. Treatment lasts 2-4 weeks, the duration is determined by the doctor in each case individually. The drug is contraindicated in acute renal dysfunction, calculous cholecystitis, exacerbation of chronic pancreatitis.
During treatment, complications may develop in the form of nausea, heartburn, and exacerbation of pathologies of the digestive tract. In case of an overdose of the drug, repeated vomiting, upset stool and digestion, and heaviness in the stomach occur. The medicine is available for purchase without a prescription from a doctor, its cost does not exceed 30 rubles.
Liv 52
Homeopathic tablets, the action of which is aimed at improving the functioning of the liver and the entire digestive tract. The drug contains several plant components, including chicory, yarrow, and black nightshade. The drug has hepatoprotective and choleretic properties.
It can be used to prevent the progression of liver diseases, as well as as part of complex therapy when using potent medications of other groups. The medicine is prescribed for cholecystitis, liver cirrhosis, and anorexia. It is not used during pregnancy and lactation, for the treatment of patients under 6 years of age, as well as patients who suffer from intolerance to the components of the composition.
Tablets are consumed for 4-8 weeks, 4 tablets per day. If necessary, the doctor adjusts the dosage and duration of use. The drug can provoke negative symptoms, for example, swelling of the extremities, heartburn, pain in the gallbladder area. Patients often talk about dyspeptic disorders that worsen their general condition.
There is no data on the development of overdose. The drug can be purchased without a prescription from a doctor, its price is 250-300 rubles.
Tablets to relieve symptoms of liver disease can improve the condition and prevent the progression of symptoms. Patients prefer to use inexpensive and fairly effective medications that alleviate the condition. In each case, they must be prescribed by a doctor based on examination and examination data.
What are medications?
For any cirrhosis, hepatoprotectors are used. They can act as both the basis of the entire treatment process and a means as part of complex therapy. They are presented in the form of tablets and injections. Based on the name, it becomes clear that they protect the liver from external influences. In addition, they have the following effects:
- stimulating;
- therapeutic;
- regenerating.
With the help of hepatoprotectors, you can get rid of lesions of any degree of complexity. When used, the development of pathology significantly slows down.
Cirrhosis of the liver
Essential phospholipids are medications that promote rapid recovery of the liver gland. They contain essential lipids, which are the material for cells. They significantly speed up regeneration and recovery after a serious injury. They rarely cause side effects, so they are almost always used.
Another type of medication that is often used to treat the disease is a glucocorticosteroid. Using this type of medication, it is possible to reduce all the symptoms of the disease. It is worth noting that they are used only in the absence of infection or when used simultaneously with an anti-infective agent.
The listed medications are used to treat almost every type of disease. Medicines are prescribed by a qualified specialist. In the pharmacy chain, most medications are sold only by prescription. No person should self-medicate such a dangerous disease.
Symptoms of drug-induced liver cirrhosis
General clinical symptoms of the disease:
- general malaise;
- weakness;
- drowsiness;
- apathy;
- depression;
- headache;
- impairment of memory and attention.
Symptoms of hepatocellular failure:
- nausea;
- vomit;
- pain in the right and left hypochondrium;
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes);
- itching of the skin;
- cardiovascular failure;
- swelling of the lower extremities;
- hepatic encephalopathy (dementia).
Symptoms of portal hypertension:
- bleeding from the veins of the esophagus;
- ascites (accumulation of free fluid in the abdominal cavity);
- head of the medusa (dilatation of the saphenous veins on the anterior abdominal wall) in combination with an enlarged abdomen due to ascites;
- bleeding from the rectum, hemorrhoids.
Specific medications for treatment
There are a huge number of drugs that are used for any type of disease. Among them are:
Karsil. It is a natural hepatoprotector with low cost. It can be used for liver diseases for a long time. It can be used as part of complex therapy or be the only medication. Karsil is used for several months, after which a break is taken.
Essentiale forte N. This is one of the most popular phospholipids, which helps the liver gland recover faster. In addition, it inhibits the replacement of functional tissue. With the help of Essentiale, you can speed up natural regeneration processes.
Allohol . It is a choleretic agent that indirectly affects the functionality of the liver gland. If cirrhosis of the liver is accompanied by disturbances in the functioning of the gallbladder or gastrointestinal tract, then you will need to use these tablets.
It is worth noting that a doctor prescribes any medicine. To recommend any drug, you need to know the individual characteristics of a person.
Treatment of complications of liver cirrhosis
- Swelling of the legs. Edema is one of the complications of the disease. If you have edema, you should stick to a diet plan that contains a minimum amount of salty foods. For ascites and edema, it is better to avoid salt. It is not recommended to take salty foods until the swelling goes away.
- Ascites. Swelling of the abdomen is treated with diuretics that restore the balance of hormones.
- Hepatic encephalopathy. Risks death for the patient. Treatment of the pathology consists of following a diet and taking potent medications prescribed by the doctor.
- Hepatorenal syndrome. With the development of this pathology, kidney function deteriorates. The most effective treatment method is the administration of serum albumin intravenously.
- Hepatocellular carcinoma. In the last stages of the disease, when it is useless to perform liver transplantation because metastases appear, palliative care is used.
Viral lesion
If the tissue change is associated with viruses, then it will be necessary to eliminate the infection that caused it. The following drugs are used to treat liver cirrhosis:
Prednisolone. It is a glucocorticosteroid anti-inflammatory agent, so it stops the progression of the disease. Along with it, other medications are taken that can cope with the virus. The viral type of disease is one of the most difficult to treat, so treatment can be continued for several years.
Interferon. Used as a base that helps fight the virus. It stimulates the immune response to viral infection. The dosage and timing of use are determined by the doctor.
Ribafirin. Used together with Interferon. The mechanism of action is not fully understood, but with the help of Ribafirin it is possible to fight the most complex viruses, including hepatitis C. Specific doses are calculated based on the severity of the disease, the person’s weight and other individual characteristics.
During treatment for a viral disease, it is extremely important to maintain immunity. Therefore, various dietary supplements and immunostimulants can be added to the main treatment. In most cases, their use is advisable. Treatment periods can vary greatly from several months to several years.
Synthetic bile acids
Amino acids, for example, ademetionine, take part in the formation of bioactive substances and phospholipids. The element also has regeneration and detoxification properties. And after seven days of use, Heptral exhibits antidepressant properties. It also promotes the breakdown of fats and their removal from the gland. Medicines in this group help patients with fatty liver hepatosis, cirrhosis and other diseases.
The results of clinical studies showed the benefits of ademetionine and demonstrated a clear hepatoprotective effect against destruction of the gland by alcohol and medications. It also shows a positive effect in cholestatic pathologies and viral hepatitis.
Among the properties of ademetionine we can also highlight:
- choleretic;
- cholekinetic;
- antioxidant;
- neuroprotective;
- antifibrosing.
It must be taken into account that medications in this category are not used throughout the world for the treatment of people. So, in Australia they treat animals with it. In a number of countries it is registered as a dietary supplement, since studies have shown questionable effects.
In Russia, such drugs from this group as Ursosan, Heptral, Hepa-merz, Betargin and others are widely used.
Alcohol and toxic damage
Liver cirrhosis is quite common and is caused by drinking alcohol or exposure to other toxic elements. This type develops over a long period of time with regular harmful use. To successfully eliminate it you may need:
Heptral. It helps protect the liver and also has antidepressant and choleretic effects. When used, the functioning of the liver and other parts of the gastrointestinal tract is normalized. Heptral is used in tablets, injections or as a dropper. It can only be used for a few weeks.
Ursosan . With its help, it is possible to restore the normal functioning of the liver gland. It has a complex effect on the entire body. Among its effects can be identified: choleretic, immunomodulatory, hepatoprotective.
To prevent the destruction of the liver gland, you need to provide it with rest. If there are no infections, then vitamins and minerals should be used. To relieve inflammation, any glucocorticosteroid, for example Prednisolone, can be used. After the serious condition has been eliminated, you need to adhere to special prevention until complete recovery. At the last stage, almost any medications are excluded. The person is required to follow a diet and undergo regular examinations.
Cardiac type
The most common type is congestive cirrhosis of the liver. Medicines for this disease must be selected very carefully. Hepatoprotectors and diuretics are taken. The basis of all treatment is bed rest and a strict diet. To remove swelling the following can be used:
Diacarb. This drug is used to quickly eliminate swelling. All active ingredients are contained in the tablet. After 3 days of use, Diacarb practically stops working, so it acts as an emergency remedy.
Veroshpiron . Long-acting diuretic. It is great for long-term use. The effect of taking Veroshpiron appears on about 2-3 days, so it is not suitable for emergency use.
Medicines may also be taken to keep blood pressure and heart rate within normal limits (eg, Metoprolol, Nebivolol). The duration of treatment for the disease can vary greatly. The sooner adequate therapy begins, the less time the treatment process will take. In severe cases, the only cure is liver transplantation.
Autoimmune type
Sometimes the cause of the disease is very complex and is caused by some autoimmune processes in the body. In this case, the basis of therapy is corticosteroids, which suppress inflammation and all its symptoms. The following medications can be used:
Methylprednisolone . This remedy is often used for other types of diseases. With its help, all the main symptoms of the disease are eliminated, and its development is also stopped.
Cyclosporine . It is an immunosuppressant. In the treatment of autoimmune disease, it complements the action of a corticosteroid. It must be used with great caution, as it greatly reduces immune functions.
Autoimmune damage requires timely diagnosis, as well as precise treatment. It is very difficult to name the root cause of this type of cirrhosis. Usually it is only possible to diagnose the disease. The cause may be genetic predisposition or harmful external influences.
Idiopathic type
This type of disease does not occur very often. Idiopathic is any lesion of the hepatic gland, when identified, it was not possible to find out the root cause of the pathology. Almost all drugs can be used to treat this type of liver cirrhosis (hepatoprotectors, phospholipids).
Typically, the therapist begins liver treatment with classic hepatoprotectors (Carsil, Phosphogliv) and anti-inflammatory drugs. The person is required to follow a diet and bed rest. If remission is achieved, then all these actions continue to be repeated until complete recovery. Liver cirrhosis should be treated immediately, even if the specific type and cause have not been identified.
During treatment, do not forget about the use of various vitamins and dietary supplements. They use all available means for a person’s speedy recovery. If the disease cannot be treated, then a more detailed re-diagnosis is carried out and a detailed medical history is collected.
Complications
A dangerous complication is the addition of a bacterial infection. If such a complication of the disease occurs, antibiotics may be prescribed. To prevent the occurrence of dangerous conditions and to get rid of existing complications, the following antibiotics can be used:
Ciprofloxacin . This drug is very often used when a complication such as ascites occurs. For the treatment of complications, almost maximum dosages are used by injection.
Cefotaxime. Another broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used when life-threatening complications occur. It has high antimicrobial activity. Dosages are selected by the doctor.
It is worth noting that complications of cirrhosis can only be relieved in a hospital setting. They threaten life and require immediate response from specialists.
Forms of medicines
Getting rid of the lesion is carried out through the use of medications. They can take the form of: tablets, injections, solutions for droppers. In severe cases of the disease, the most preferred form is injections and droppers; they help deliver the active substance directly into the blood, without any delays.
Most popular medications can be found in both tablets and injections. If a person is treated at home, then tablets are most preferable for him. In hospitals, medications are used only in injectable forms. Cirrhosis, which does not pose a threat to humans (mild course or remission stage), is treated at home.
Cirrhosis of the liver
The viral type of lesion requires long-term therapy. Sometimes it takes several years. During such a period, any medication can cause harm to the body, so it is worth choosing injection methods of administration, which are characterized by low toxicity for the entire body.
Herbal medicines
Usually, any drug from this group, when taken correctly, the regimen of which can only be determined by a doctor, gives an effective result. As a rule, they contain extracts of milk thistle.
So Silymarin is a complex of biological substances of this plant, and exhibits strong antioxidant properties. It must be taken in case of poisoning with toadstool, and this is the only antidote in such a situation. The medicine is also prescribed when hepatitis or other gland pathology is detected. Drink it for at least three months. If cirrhosis is detected, a course of taking the drug will reduce the intensity of its development.
Medicines containing silymarin have restorative and supportive properties for the gland. They also stimulate the growth of new cells and prevent the destruction of their membranes.
If you take medicine in order to get the maximum effect, it is better to choose more expensive drugs - price should not be the deciding factor here. More expensive products have a higher dosage of active ingredients and contain a purer chemical substance. It is better to prefer Karsil Forte to ordinary Karsil. If the first medication contains 35 mg of the substance, then the second contains 90 mg.
In pharmacies, a medicine containing milk thistle is not uncommon. This can be a tablet, a dietary supplement, or other forms. Among the analogues of the already mentioned Karsil, Lagalon and Silibinin stand out. If we talk about dietary supplements, milk thistle meal and oil are most often used, as well as capsule form.
Herbal medicines widely used in the practice of treating patients in Russia also include Cynarix, Sibektan, Galstena, LIV-52 (an Indian drug) and many other drugs.
These drugs can cause any negative effects in rare cases (usually in overdoses). However, it is also impossible to say about their undoubted benefits, since studies conducted in foreign countries most often indicate the absence of positive dynamics of treatment when taking them.
What can be taken additionally
For successful therapy, vitamin complexes and other beneficial substances can be taken. Many of them are not medicinal, but they make a significant contribution to getting rid of liver damage. The following can be used as additional means:
Glycyrrhizic acid. This drug is medicinal and natural. It has antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, Glycyrrhizic acid relieves swelling and eliminates high blood pressure. Glycyrrhizic acid has contraindications, so you need to undergo a full examination before using it.
Vitamin complex. Vitamins must be present. During the course of any acute or chronic lesion, immunity decreases and the need for essential elements arises. Vitamins are especially important: A, B, C and E. They help the liver work better and also recover faster. They also affect the general condition of the body.
The use of additional funds is necessary for final recovery. Beneficial elements and natural medicines begin to be used from the very beginning of the entire therapy. Their use can be continued after achieving certain results.
Often, changes in liver tissue are chronic, so you will need to regularly use various vitamin complexes. All medications and additional medications are taken in courses so as not to cause harm to the body.
Hepatoprotectors of animal origin
There are not many medications in this group. Basically, when a doctor considers it necessary to prescribe such a medicine, he prescribes one of these drugs:
- Hepatosan.
- Sirepar.
- Prohepar.
In order to prevent the development of pathologies, they are not used. They are prescribed exclusively for the treatment of serious illnesses in order to restore the structures of the gland.
These medicines are made from pig liver or hydrolyzed cattle. Also include cyanocobalamin, amino acids and other components. It is believed that drugs in this group have protective, detoxifying and antioxidant properties. They also contribute to the restoration of gland parenchyma.
As in the situation with the drugs of the previous group considered, there is no evidence base on their benefits. In addition, taking them potentially poses risks.
Medicines of animal origin are prohibited from being used for hepatitis in active forms. If this prohibition is violated, there is a high probability of developing immunopathological, cytolytic and other syndromes.
Also, these medications often cause allergic reactions.
List of the most popular drugs
What drugs are considered the best for the treatment of cirrhosis? The medicine for liver cirrhosis must be of high quality. The most popular among all drugs:
- Essentiale forte N;
- Karsil;
- Prednisolone;
- Ursosan;
- Allohol;
- Veroshpiron.
All these drugs are most often prescribed by a doctor. It is worth noting that they have analogues. Almost all modern drugs are of high quality, so they can be used for the most effective treatment of the disease. The most important point is the exact assignment. The success of all therapy depends on the doctor to whom the person turns. If he can correctly diagnose the disease, then the chance of a complete cure in a short period of time will be very high.
Agents for the treatment of inactive or inactive cirrhosis of the liver
Treatment methods depend on the degree of progression of cirrhosis. If the patient has inactive cirrhosis, then doctors prescribe him to take vitamins, such as:
- Centrum,
- Vitrum,
- Gerimaks,
- Alphabet,
- Biomax.
When liver cirrhosis reaches an average level, then the patient needs to drink certain vitamins, namely:
- Vitamin B6 normalizes the functioning of the nervous system and resumes the synthesis of proteins and hemoglobin.
- Vitamin B2 saturates the body with oxygen, helps produce red blood cells and is involved in many metabolic processes.
- Vitamin C removes toxic substances from the body and eliminates the inflammatory process.
- Vitamin B12 helps form proteins and has a strengthening effect on the immune system.
- Rutin strengthens blood vessels.
- Folic acid prevents fatty hepatitis from affecting the liver and normalizes hemoglobin.
All these components can be taken either individually or in complex treatment. Milk thistle extract is also considered a very good remedy, as it normalizes the flow of bile and reduces the level of liver enzymes. Moreover, it relieves spasms, eliminates inflammation in the liver and removes toxins from the body.
All these drugs must be taken for at least two months. All details must be agreed with the doctor.
Important! The best medicine to protect the liver is lipoic acid capsules.
Drug analogues
Each drug has analogues. The need to use analogues arises when it is impossible to find the prescribed medication. Most modern drugs with the same active ingredient are presented in pharmacies with different names.
There are a huge number of options within each class of drugs. As a result, direct and indirect analogues can be distinguished. Indirect analogues perform the same functions, but have different active ingredients, while direct analogues are completely identical to a specific medicine. With cirrhosis, a person undergoes the main course of therapy in a hospital, so there are practically no problems with finding medications.
Changes in the tissues of the hepatic gland are a very dangerous pathology, so you should be regularly examined so that diagnosis can be made at an early stage. Taking medications is prescribed only by a doctor, after an appropriate examination. The timing and dosage are individual and selected based on many factors. With the right approach, results can be achieved in a short period of time.
It is important to take breaks during therapy (when remission is achieved), since all medications are harmful. Competent courses of medication use help get rid of this disease with minimal impact on the body. You should not neglect a medical hospital; only there they will be able to provide qualified assistance in case of severe damage to the liver gland.
Therapy for viral cirrhosis of the liver
The cause of viral cirrhosis is a virus, so prednisolone is prescribed for treatment. The daily dosage is 30 mg. In some cases, the dose may need to be increased.
The course of therapy with this drug lasts three years. In addition to the pills, the doctor prescribes the patient to follow a certain diet. Most often, this diet is No. 5, it is not very strict, but you will need to give up fried and fatty foods. Moreover, a person needs to get rid of bad habits, especially alcohol.
If there is no ascites, then the doctor must prescribe drinking a lot of clean water, as it removes toxins from the body. You cannot replace water with different drinks, tea and coffee, because they dehydrate the body.
