Lorthin 1gm Injection
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Product introduction
Lorthin 1gm Injection is a combination of amino acids that are used in the treatment of liver disease. It protects the liver from harmful chemical substances and improves the functioning of the liver.
Lorthin 1gm Injection is used to treat many disorders caused due to decreased levels of chemicals (proteins and amino acids) in the body
Lorthin 1gm Injection is used to treat many disorders caused due to decreased levels of chemicals (proteins and amino acids) in the body
Uses of Lorthin Injection
- Treatment of Liver disease
Benefits of Lorthin Injection
In Treatment of Liver disease
Lorthin 1gm Injection protects the liver from damage against harmful chemicals known as free radicals, thereby improving overall health of the liver. This helps the liver to perform its normal functions. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. To make the medicine more effective and for general health benefits, stop smoking, maintain a healthy weight, and do not drink too much alcohol.
Side effects of Lorthin Injection
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
Common side effects of Lorthin
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Lorthin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lorthin 1gm Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Lorthin 1gm Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Lorthin 1gm Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Lorthin 1gm Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
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There is limited information available on the use of Lorthin 1gm Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of Lorthin 1gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lorthin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lorthin 1gm Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You will be regularly monitored for blood creatinine and blood/urine urea levels.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- You will be regularly monitored for blood creatinine and blood/urine urea levels.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Amino acids
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is it ok to take alcohol when taking Lorthin 1gm Injection?
No, it is not recommended to take alcohol when on Lorthin 1gm Injection. It is a medicine given in cases of liver failure. Although, there are no reported interaction. Still, in cases of liver failure, alcohol should be avoided as it could worsen your complication of liver disease.
What is Lorthin 1gm Injection?
Lorthin 1gm Injection is made up of two amino acids. It is most commonly used in cases of liver diseases in order to prevent it from abnormal brain function called hepatic encephalopathy.
What is the use of Lorthin 1gm Injection in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy (HE)?
Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a brain disorder which occurs in patients with liver failure. In liver failure, there is increased bacterial growth in the intestine which leads to an accumulation of ammonia in blood. This deteriorating condition of the liver starts affecting the functioning of the brain, causing Hepatic encephalopathy. Lorthin 1gm Injection works by detoxifying the ammonia from the blood, hence decreasing the free ammonia from the body. This, as a result, helps decrease the abnormal functioning of the brain caused due to liver failure.
How is Lorthin 1gm Injection given?
Lorthin 1gm Injection can be given daily as an injection that is injected into the veins. Your doctor will suggest the appropriate dose depending on the patient’s health condition and severity of the disease.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Goh ET, Stokes CS, Sidhu SS, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2018;5. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Allcure Lifesciences
Address: SCO - 34, Ground Floor, Commercial Belt, Sector -17, HUDA, Jagadhri, Distt. - Yamuna Nagar - 135 003
Country of origin: India
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