Hepano Syrup is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Dabur India Limited. It is mainly used in the treatment of Jaundice and Drug induced Hepatotoxicity diseases.
Uses and dose
Hepano Syrup Indications:
Jaundice, Drug induced Hepatotoxicity, Appetite loss due to medication.
Jaundice, fatty liver changes.
Drug induced liver injury and damage
Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice a day.
With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine or as directed by the physician.
Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.
With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.
Duration
How long to take?
This medicine can be taken for a period of 6 – 8 weeks as per doctors advice. After that time, usually the dose is gradually reduced and the medicine is stopped in next 6 weeks of time.
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Contents
Hepano Syrup Ingredients:
Bhumiamlaki – Phyllanthus niruri – Useful in jaundice and hepatitis.
Guduchi – Tinospora cordifolia – Promotes immunity.
Nimba – Azadirachta indica – neem – Useful in acute and chronic liver infection.
Haritaki – Terminalia chebula
Kalmegh – Andrographis paniculata – Improves liver function and fights infection
Triphala
Amalaki – Emblica officinalis
Bibhitaki – Terminalia bellirica
Haritaki – Terminalia chebula
Katuki – Picrorhiza kurroa – Useful in fatty liver changes
Pippali – Piper longum – Long pepper – Useful in promoting normal liver enzymes.
Side effects
Hepano Syrup Side effects:
There are no recorded side effects with this medicine.
It is usually prescribed in a lower dose during lactation and in children.
Consult your doctor for its usage during pregnancy.
Store in a cool dry place, away from sunlight.
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are diabetic. In diabetic patients, only if the blood sugar is under good control, then this medicine can be given.
Package, manufacturer and shelf life
Presentation: 200 ml
Manufactured By: Dabur
Shelf life – 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Raviganesh Mogra BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Medical Officer, Easy Ayurveda Hospital
