Glutathione
Description
The primary ingredient of Glutathione is available as both oral and parenteral forms. It is used as a supplement in patients suffering from alcoholic liver diseases like liver fibrosis, fatty liver, cirrhosis, and hepatitis.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Glutathione
- Skin rash
- Pain at the injection site
- Fever
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Dry mouth
- Chest pain
- Chills
- Difficulty in breathing
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Headache
Uses of Glutathione
What is it prescribed for?
- Alcoholic liver diseases
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains effective in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?Glutathione is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving/taking it
- Usage while breast-feeding?Glutathione is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving/taking it.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to glutathione any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Glutathione is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving/taking it
Breast-feeding
Glutathione is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving/taking it.
General warnings
Other uses
The primary ingredient of Glutathione may also be prescribed for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
Unusual signs and symptoms
If you experience any unusual signs and symptoms such as the pale face, difficulty in breathing, low blood pressure, etc. during treatment with Glutathione, discontinue the use immediately. Report any such unusual signs and symptoms to your doctor immediately.
Missed Dose
Oral: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Injection: Since this medicine/supplement is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Oral: Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Injection: Since this medicine/supplement is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
antihistamines
Calcium Pantothenate
Cyanocobalamin
Vitamin K
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Oral: Take this medicine/supplement exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine/supplement without consulting your doctor.
Injection: This medicine/supplement is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to it. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving it.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Glutathione acts as a liver cell protectant and prevents liver damage.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Hepatoprotective Agent, Dietary supplement, Antioxidants, Antidotes
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 31 Oct 2019
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