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L-Ornithine L-Aspartate

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L-Ornithine L-Aspartate Uses

L-Ornithine L-Aspartate is used in the treatment of liver disease.

How L-Ornithine L-Aspartate works

L-Ornithine L-Aspartate is a combination of two amino acids which works by protecting the liver from harmful chemical substances (free radicals), thus preventing liver damage.

Common side effects of L-Ornithine L-Aspartate

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

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Expert advice for L-Ornithine L-Aspartate

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.

Frequently asked questions for L-Ornithine L-Aspartate

L-Ornithine L-Aspartate

Q. Is it ok to take alcohol when taking L-Ornithine L-Aspartate?

No, it is not recommended to take alcohol when on L-Ornithine L-Aspartate. 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.

Q. What is L-Ornithine L-Aspartate?

L-Ornithine L-Aspartate 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.

Q. Is it safe to give L-Ornithine L-Aspartate to pregnant or lactating women?

L-Ornithine L-Aspartate is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. It is advised that if your doctor prescribes you this medicine then you must discuss all the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.

Q. What is the use of L-Ornithine L-Aspartate 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. L-Ornithine L-Aspartate 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.

Q. How is L-Ornithine L-Aspartate given?

Ans: L-Ornithine L-Aspartate can be given daily either orally or 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.