Heptral 200/400 Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Overdosage Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Adverse Reactions Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Ademetionine

Indications/Uses

Supports healthy liver function, reduction of tiredness & fatigue; provides general liver tonic effect; supports healthy mood balance in adults.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 1-2 tab/day. Benefits are most likely evident after 7-14 days & are maintained w/ continued use. Max: 1,600 mg/day.

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Overdosage

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Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Swallow whole, do not chew/crush.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Genetic defects affecting methionine cycle &/or causing homocystinuria &/or hyperhomocysteinemia (eg, cystathionine β-synthase deficiency, vit B₁₂ metabolism defect).

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Special Precautions

Bipolar disorder (maniac-depressive illness). In concomitant use w/ psychiatric medications. May cause dizziness; anxiety, restlessness & insomnia. May affect ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy & lactation. Not recommended for use in childn.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, flatulence, dizziness & headache. Allergic reactions (eg, rash, pruritus & urticaria).

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Storage

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Description

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MIMS Class

Cholagogues, Cholelitholytics & Hepatic Protectors

ATC Classification

A16AA02 - ademetionine ; Belongs to the class of amino acids and derivatives products. Used in treatment of alimentary tract and metabolism problems.

Regulatory Classification

GSL

Presentation/Packing

Form

Heptral 200/400 tab 200 mg

Packing/Price

30's

Form

Heptral 200/400 tab 400 mg

Packing/Price

30's

Heptral 200/400

Manufacturer:

Abbott

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma