With cirrhotics, there are two things to consider with all medications.
Firstly, many meds are toxic to the liver and smaller doses may be required. Some meds should be avoided altogether.
Secondly, the liver plays a big part in metabolising many meds. When liver function is compromised, meds may not be broken down effectively so the concentrations may rise.
All cirrhotics should discuss any new medication with their doctor.
robert d said
May 16, 2015
With cirrhosis how does this affect the way medicines work compared to a healthy liver. Lets say when the doctor prescribes pain meds for surgery on my hand how come the meds: didn't seem to work at the dose prescribe.
Hi Robert,
With cirrhotics, there are two things to consider with all medications.
Firstly, many meds are toxic to the liver and smaller doses may be required. Some meds should be avoided altogether.
Secondly, the liver plays a big part in metabolising many meds. When liver function is compromised, meds may not be broken down effectively so the concentrations may rise.
All cirrhotics should discuss any new medication with their doctor.
With cirrhosis how does this affect the way medicines work compared to a healthy liver. Lets say when the doctor prescribes pain meds for surgery on my hand how come the meds: didn't seem to work at the dose prescribe.