Liver / re: taking NAC & Milk Thistle

[Tomhenry]

NAC & Milk Thistle Fantastic help for Liver challenges like cirrhosis ‼️‼️‼️‼️

[AyrshireK]

Is this a statement? In which case it is wrongly placed on here as these substances can actually be harmful to an already damaged liver.

The British Liver Trust who host this page does not recommend the use of any homoeopathic or herbal remedies for those with any liver problems as these may damage the liver and lead to severe illness. British Liver Trust has a page all about complementary and alternative therapies at:- britishlivertrust.org.uk/in...

Some forum members have been specifically warned by their hepatologists to not take milk thistle - there is only anecdotal (not scientific) evidence that it does any good and infact is known to elevate liver numbers and potentially do more harm. Much milk thistle is also sold in a tincture with alcohol as the dissolving agent. NAC (N-acetyl cysteine ) seems to be used clinically in treatment of paracetemol/tylenol over dose but it could be harmful in liver disease - can cause blood clotting difficulties which on top of those already caused by liver damage and spleen issues, low platelets etc. could prove potentially fatal in someone with cirrhosis.

I would stay clear unless you've discussed these with your medical team.

All the best,

Katie

[Laura009]

NO THEY ARE NOT !

[TT-2018]

I wasted money on Milkthistle, still made it to end stage decompensated. Making the necessary lifestyle changes would have been a better idea.

[cembe in reply to TT-2018]

Hello there, what are the necessary lifestyle changes PBC patients need to make? Can you explain them a little bit, please? Thank you!

[TT-2018 in reply to cembe]

I suggest that you discuss this question with your medical team, who will be able to access your medical records and give you the appropriate advice.

Best of luck with your treatment.