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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:36 PM IST
Livest Syrup is mainly used in the treatment of fatty liver disease and other liver-related disorders like hepatotoxicity. The combination is also sometimes used in occasional constipation, loss of appetite, and indigestion. This medicine contains sorbitol and tricholine which helps remove excess bile acids from the body.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Galpha Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

About Livest Syrup

Livest Syrup belongs to the class of cholesterol-lowering agents primarily used to treat and prevent fatty liver disease and other liver-related disorders like hepatotoxicity. Livest Syrup also helps improve occasional constipation, loss of appetite, and indigestion. Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a medical condition associated with a build-up of fat in liver cells. Hepatotoxicity is referred to as liver damage caused by exposure to drugs. 

Livest Syrup is composed of two medicines: Sorbitol (laxative) and Tricholine citrate (bile acid-binding agent). Sorbitol is a laxative with a diuretic (urine producing) and cathartic (that stimulates defecation) properties. It helps treat constipation. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid-binding agent that removes excess bile acids from the body. This makes the liver utilize the body's cholesterol in producing bile acid, thus lowering the cholesterol levels in the body. 

Your doctor will advise on how often you need to take Livest Syrup based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Livest Syrup include nausea, vomiting, gas, constipation, dizziness, bloating, stomach cramps, dry mouth, and drowsiness. If these side effects occur, they resolve gradually over time and do not usually require medical attention. However, if you notice any side effects that are not manageable, it is advised to consult your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine on your own. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Livest Syrup and have any kidney/liver diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, obstructive jaundice, viral hepatitis, and diabetes. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding, it is essential to seek medical advice before starting Livest Syrup. Inform your doctor if you are due to undergo any surgery. Do not take additional laxatives while using Livest Syrup.

Uses of Livest Syrup

Treatment of Fatty liver disease and Hepatotoxicity

Medicinal Benefits

Livest Syrup is used to treat and prevent fatty liver disease and other liver-related disorders like hepatotoxicity. It contains Sorbitol (laxative) and Tricholine citrate (bile acid-binding agent). Sorbitol is a laxative with a diuretic (urine producing) and cathartic (that stimulates defecation) properties. It helps treat constipation. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid-binding agent that removes excess bile acids from the body. Due to this, the liver utilizes the body's cholesterol to produce more bile acids, thus lowering the body's cholesterol levels. Tricholine citrate may cause constipation as its side effect. Administering Sorbitol, along with Tricholine citrate, helps in relieving constipation and other digestive problems. Livest Syrup is also useful in hepatobiliary and digestive disorders, such as biliary atonia or hypotonia, non-obstructive biliary lithiasis (presence of concrements/calcareous material in the gallbladder, the biliary ducts, or both), post hepatitis, chronic hepatic & pancreatic insufficiency.

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take it before or after meals with a measuring cup/dosing syringe in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Livest Syrup

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Gas
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Bloating
  • Stomach cramps
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness 

Drug Warnings

Before taking Livest Syrup, let your doctor know if you have had any allergic reactions to Livest Syrup. It is important to tell your doctor if you have any kidney/liver diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, obstructive jaundice, viral hepatitis, diabetes, stomach pain, and rectal bleeding before using Livest Syrup. It is advised not to use additional laxatives while using Livest Syrup. Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without medical advice while using Livest Syrup. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding, it is essential to seek medical advice before starting Livest Syrup. Livest Syrup is not recommended for children below the age of two years. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Livest Syrup may interact with HIV/AIDS medication (lamivudine), drugs treating high potassium levels (sodium polystyrene sulfonate), and other laxatives. Let your doctor know if you are using any prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products before starting Livest Syrup.

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake and avoid fatty foods to help control your cholesterol and triglyceride levels. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Livest Syrup should be cautiously administered in cases of kidney/liver diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, viral hepatitis, stomach pain, and rectal bleeding. Livest Syrup is contraindicated in obstructive jaundice.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LAMIVUDINE
  • SODIUM POLYSTYRENE SULFONATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Low cholesterol diet and regular exercise regime are found to complement treatment with Livest Syrup effectively. 
  • Keep your cholesterol and triglyceride levels under control with a low-fat diet.
  • Eat at regular intervals, and maintain a healthy diet that includes fresh fruits, and vegetables.
  • Limit alcohol intake and caffeine consumption.
  • Keep a check on your weight and exercise regularly.

Special Advise

  • Please keep a check on your cholesterol levels (HDL, LDL) in blood with timely blood examinations.
  • Liver function tests may be suggested by your doctor to keep a check on liver health.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fatty liver disease: It is also known as hepatic steatosis. It is a medical condition associated with a build-up of fat in liver cells. Fatty liver disease is of two types, namely alcoholic fatty liver disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver. When a fatty liver is developed in an alcoholic, it is known as alcoholic fatty liver disease or alcoholic steatohepatitis. Non-alcoholic fatty liver is developed in someone who doesn't drink alcohol. Symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, and abdominal pain.

Hepatotoxicity: It is referred to as liver damage caused by exposure to drugs or industrial chemicals. Symptoms include rash, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, and loss of appetite.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if it is safe to consume alcohol while using Livest Syrup. However, limit alcohol intake to avoid any side effects like dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is limited information on how Livest Syrup affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Livest Syrup.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before starting Livest Syrup if you are a nursing mother since there is limited data on how Livest Syrup affects breastfeeding. It is also not known if Livest Syrup passes into the breast milk.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or drowsiness while using Livest Syrup. Seek medical advice if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Livest Syrup.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Livest Syrup.

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Children

Caution

Livest Syrup is not recommended for children below the age of two years.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Livest Syrup belongs to the class of cholesterol-lowering agents primarily used to treat and prevent fatty liver disease and other liver-related disorders like hepatotoxicity. Livest Syrup also helps improve occasional constipation, loss of appetite, and indigestion.
Livest Syrup consists of Sorbitol and Tricholine citrate. Sorbitol is a laxative and helps to relieve constipation. Tricholine citrate lowers cholesterol levels and helps treat and prevent fatty liver disease and hepatic disorders.
Livest Syrup should be used with caution in people with heart, liver or kidney diseases, obstructive jaundice, viral hepatitis, diabetes, stomach disorders, and eating disorders. Please inform your doctor beforehand if you suffer from any of these medical conditions.
Livest Syrup can cause dizziness as one of its side effects. This can be only for a short period and does not occur in everyone taking Livest Syrup. Please consult your doctor if you feel dizzy for a longer time. Avoid driving or operating machinery during episodes of dizziness.
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before starting Livest Syrup. You may be prescribed sugar-free formulations to manage your blood sugar levels.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

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