Glycyrrhizin diacetate is an extract of the Chinese herb licorice, which has certain anti-infection, protective effects on hepatocytes, and improves liver function tests. It is used for acute and chronic viral hepatitis with elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and has a good effect. Then, can the glycyrrhizin diacetate gelatin capsule be taken for a long time?

The glycyrrhizin diamide gelatin capsule has become the preferred medication for treating various liver function abnormalities, and can be used for all types of hepatitis. It is an anti-infection and liver-protecting drug that can be used in conjunction with antiviral drugs; the glycyrrhizin diamide gelatin capsule has a significant effect on lowering enzymes and protecting the liver, which is a common medication for hepatitis patients to protect the liver and lower enzymes; it has two-phase physiological effects, with endogenous corticosteroid-like effects and strong anti-hepatitis effects; the glycyrrhizin diamide gelatin capsule can significantly inhibit liver necrosis, inflammation, infiltration, and fibrosis, and promote liver regeneration.

The glycyrrhizin diamide gelatin capsule has strong anti-infection, protective effects on hepatocytes, and improves liver function tests. The chemical structure of glycyrrhizin diamide gelatin capsule is similar to that of the steroid hormone aldosterone, which can block the destruction of cortisol and aldosterone, thereby exerting a steroid-like effect, but without the side effects of corticosteroids. The main side effects include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, as well as skin itching, urticaria, dry mouth and throat, and edema. Cardiovascular system symptoms include headache, dizziness, chest tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, and increased blood pressure. These symptoms are generally mild and do not require discontinuation of medication.

However, it is necessary to remind patients that blood pressure, serum potassium, and sodium concentration should be regularly tested throughout the entire treatment process. If hypertension, sodium retention, or hypokalemia occurs, the medication should be discontinued or reduced appropriately. Therefore, the glycyrrhizin diamide gelatin capsule can be taken for a long time, but the side effects should always be paid attention to.