The main task of the liver is to protect a person from harmful substances that enter the bloodstream. Also, this organ is closely associated with the immune system, so it takes the most powerful blow when bacteria enter the bloodstream. Thus, being one of the most important mechanisms of the functioning of the body, the liver, nevertheless, experiences enormous loads, especially due to malnutrition and bad habits of a person. But, being quite elastic, it is quite capable of recovering, it is only important to choose the right medicine for the liver, after consulting with a doctor.
You can opt for herbal preparations or various dietary supplements containing vitamins or certain beneficial substances.
If you characterize the means for the liver, which include herbs, it is worth noting that this group of drugs is called hepatoprotectors with a protective function. The most common plant that helps restore the functions of the body's systems is milk thistle, another name for which is milk thistle. This herb contains beneficial substances that protect against toxins. Most often, milk medicine based on milk thistle is used to prevent diseases such as hepatitis and cirrhosis. You can name the most popular drugs, such as Hepaben and Hepatofalk plant. Allergic reactions can be one of the contraindications to these drugs, so they should be used with caution.
Of the herbal preparations, it is also worth noting the rhubarb of rhubarb, produced mostly in tablets, dandelion or burdock juice. These herbs contribute to a better metabolism and stimulate the work of the whole organism and its individual components, as they are rich in useful vitamins.
Recently, largely thanks to advertising, such a medicine for the liver as Essentiale, as well as Phosphogliv, similar to it in indications and principle of use, is gaining popularity. Without decreasing their beneficial properties, it is worth noting that these drugs should be used only after consulting a doctor and carefully reading the instructions, since they have contraindications. Some drugs are incompatible with each other, so for starters you need to study in detail the instructions for their use.
The main vitamins that are necessary for the normal activity of the liver (as well as the whole organism) are ascorbic acid (C), vitamins of groups B, A, E and others. Of course, the ideal option is to get them from food. Many of these vitamins are found in fish, fresh vegetables, berries and fruits. But in some cases (for example, in the winter period), you can use vitamin complexes, in a large assortment presented on drugstore shelves. At the same time, excessive consumption of, for example, vitamin A can adversely affect the functioning of some body systems, so you should first discuss with your doctor, who can recommend the most optimal combination of vitamins in each individual case.
It must be remembered that using a medicine for the liver, prevention occurs in a large number of diseases, since it is responsible for many processes that occur in the human body. Alcohol and smoking are very damaging to the cells of this organ. In addition, it is not recommended to consume too much fatty, spicy and smoked. Signs of the disease may not appear immediately, but with a delay, so you should make sure that this does not happen and carry out timely prevention. After all, the best medicine for the liver is a lifestyle without bad habits and healthy food.