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Alcofast 500mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

METADOXINE-500MG

Uses:

Treatment of Alcoholic fatty liver disease, Alcohol intoxication.

Medicinal Benefits:

Alcofast 500mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines known as antioxidants. It is hepatoprotective. It is primarily used to treat alcoholic fatty liver disease and alcohol intoxication (disturbance in mental function or behaviour during or after alcohol consumption). Alcofast 500mg Tablet works by preventing the liver from harmful chemical substances. It enhances the elimination of alcohol from blood and tissues, which leads to faster recovery from alcohol intoxication, hence preventing liver damage.

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Alcofast 500mg Tablet is used to treat alcoholic fatty liver disease and alcohol intoxication (disturbance in mental function or behaviour during or after alcohol consumption).

Alcofast 500mg Tablet works by enhancing the rate of alcohol clearance from tissues and blood, which results in faster recovery from alcohol intoxication. This long-term protection protects the liver from harmful chemicals called free radicals, thus improving the total health of the liver.

The most common side effects related to Alcofast 500mg Tablet include upset stomach, nausea and diarrhea. However, these effects are not seen in all patients. If you are concerned about them or they do not go away, inform your doctor. If you have difficulties with diarrhea your doctor may decrease the dose or stop the treatment. Drink adequate water or fluids to stay hydrated in case of severe diarrhea.

Infrequent drinking, excessive alcohol intake for a long period of time, unusual and irregular drinking are the risk factors of alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Fatigue, vomiting, nausea, unease, dizziness, drowsiness, loss of weight and loss of appetite are the main symptoms of alcoholic fatty liver disease.

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.

Take Alcofast 500mg Tablet with or without food or as advised by the physician. Swallow it with a glass of water daily at same time for effectiveness. Do not chew or crush.

No, it is unsafe to use Alcofast 500mg Tablet in pregnancy and lactation, as it causes serious side effects. Take the advice of a doctor for the alternative based on your medical conditions. Do not self-medicate.