Hebexr 10 Tablet

Composition of Hebexr 10 Tablet

Hebexr 10 Tablet contains Obeticholic acid (10mg). It belongs to the Liver support agent class of medicines.

Uses of Hebexr 10 Tablet

Cholestatic liver diseases Alcoholic fatty liver disease Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis Primary biliary cholangitis is a type of liver disease that gradually gets worse over time. It does not always have symptoms but
• over time
• it can lead to liver failure. Hebexr 10 Tablet is used to treat this condition and may be used by itself or with other medicines. It can help prevent or delay liver damage in most people
• especially if you start taking it in the early stages. Once you start this treatment
• it is likely that you will be taking it for the rest of your life. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits
• you can help yourself by stopping smoking
• keeping a healthy weight
• and not drinking too much alcohol.

How Hebexr 10 Tablet works

Hebexr 10 Tablet stimulates Farnesoid X receptor (FXR), a chemical that regulates synthesis and transport of bile acid, lipid metabolism and regulation of glucose levels. Hebexr 10 Tablet inhibits bile acid synthesis and increases bile acid secretions. This reduces the bile acid pool in the liver and hence prevents its toxic effects. Therefore, it helps to improve liver function.

How to take Hebexr 10 Tablet

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. Hebexr 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Hebexr 10 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause loose motions and stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Hebexr 10 Tablet

Most side effects of Hebexr are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Hebexr 10 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

A liver supplement does not treat the cause of liver disease. Alcohol, weight, viral hepatitis and medicines are what have to be addressed. Stop alcohol completely if you have any liver condition. Report yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, swelling of the abdomen or confusion without delay. Keep your liver function tests and follow-up appointments.

Do not take Hebexr if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about every medicine and supplement you take — the liver processes most of them.

How to store Hebexr 10 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Hebexr 10 Tablet

Hebexr 10 Tablet is used for the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis. Your liver function will be monitored closely while on treatment with Hebexr 10 Tablet. Eat a well-balanced diet and indulge in some sort of physical activity daily in order to reduce fatigue and improve well-being. Itching is one of the common side effects of Hebexr 10 Tablet. Follow these tips to manage itching: a) Keeping cool will also tend to reduce itch, compared to being warm. Cool showers or cold flannels may be helpful. b)Dry skin can make the itch worse, so using liberal amounts of moisturizer is useful if you have dry skin. c) Do not scratch as scratching will generally make it worse. If scratching is irresistible it may help to rub the itchy area with an ice cube.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LARENON

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Liver support agent

Chemical class:

Dihydroxy bile acid derivative