If used incorrectly, medications widely used in everyday life can cause serious liver dysfunction. According to information from the Department of Medicines and Medical Devices, the risk of organ damage increases because the liver processes almost all medications and supplements entering the body.
Drug-induced hepatitis and causes of damage
Drug-induced hepatitis is organ damage caused by the toxic effect of drugs. This condition is accompanied by inflammation of liver cells and can lead to their necrosis. As Zhyldyz Zhumagulova noted, drug-induced liver injury (DILI) can manifest within a period of 5 to 90 days after starting the substances.
With the growth of the pharmaceutical industry and the increase in the export volume of new products, the share of side effects affecting the liver has also risen in the market.
What can cause harm
Organ damage can be triggered not only by therapeutic treatment but also by preventive measures. The following categories of substances fall into the risk zone:
- Prescription medications
- Over-the-counter drugs
- Herbs
- Dietary supplements
Mechanisms of damage
When answering the question regarding which mechanisms lead to liver damage, the expert highlighted the following factors:
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