Liv 52 DS
Liv 52 DS (Himalaya polyherbal Ayurvedic hepatoprotective) — supportive therapy for fatty liver, mild liver enzyme elevation, post-alcoholic liver stress, and hepatitis convalescence. WHO-GMP certified manufacturer. Worldwide shipping from MedsBase.
✓ Medically reviewed by Morgan Ellis — Pharmacy Researcher · 8 years experience · Last reviewed: May 2026
⚡ Quick Answer — What is Liv 52 DS?
Liv 52 DS is a Himalaya Drug Company polyherbal Ayurvedic hepatoprotective tablet traditionally used as supportive therapy for fatty liver, mild liver-enzyme elevation, post-alcoholic liver stress, and hepatitis convalescence. It contains Caper Bush (Himsra), Chicory (Kasani), Black Nightshade (Kakamachi), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Negro Coffee (Kasamarda), Tamarisk (Jhavuka), and Mandur Bhasma. Liv 52 is among the most studied herbal hepatoprotectives in the Indian pharmacopoeia. It is complementary, not curative, and does not replace specific therapy for chronic hepatitis B/C, autoimmune hepatitis, or cholestatic liver disease. WHO-GMP certified manufacturer.
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Why order from MedsBase
Liv 52 DS is supplied from a WHO-GMP certified manufacturer. Every order ships discreetly worldwide and is covered by our Reshipment Assurance Policy — if it does not arrive within 20 business days, we reship at no cost. Himalaya Drug Company is a long-established Indian botanical manufacturer with WHO-GMP certified facilities and decades of pharmacovigilance data on these formulations.
Indications
- Adjunct in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
- Mild aminotransferase elevation of unclear cause
- Post-acute viral hepatitis convalescence support
- Adjunct in alcoholic liver injury (combined with alcohol abstinence)
- Anti-tubercular drug-induced hepatotoxicity prevention (some Indian RCT evidence)
When this is NOT the right product
- Acute viral hepatitis with fulminant course (needs hepatology)
- Decompensated cirrhosis (needs specialist management)
- Cholestatic liver disease with PBC/PSC (needs UDCA ± specialist agents)
- Paracetamol overdose (needs N-acetylcysteine, not Liv 52)
Dose
Adults: 2 tablets twice daily (or 1 tablet three times daily) for 4–12 weeks, then 1 tablet twice daily for maintenance. Take with water, ideally with meals. Lifestyle measures (alcohol moderation, weight loss, regular exercise, fructose limitation) are essential complements to any hepatoprotective therapy.
Side effects
- Generally well tolerated
- Occasional gastric discomfort, mild diarrhoea, allergic skin reaction
- Rare cases of herbal-induced liver injury (HILI) have been reported with various Ayurvedic products in international hepatotoxicity registries; report any new jaundice, dark urine, or right-upper-quadrant pain
Drug interactions
- Theoretically may modulate cytochrome P450 enzymes; consult the prescriber when taking warfarin, immunosuppressants, antiepileptics, or chemotherapy.
- No specific food interactions.
- Pregnancy / breastfeeding: limited safety data; avoid unless specifically advised.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a real medicine?
It is a regulated Ayurvedic / herbal product manufactured under WHO-GMP standards. It is appropriate for supportive use; it is not a substitute for prescription medication in established gastrointestinal or hepatic disease.
Can I take it instead of my prescription?
No. If you have been prescribed a PPI, prokinetic, antibiotic, immunosuppressant, or hepatology drug, continue it. Discuss adding herbal therapy with the prescriber.
Will it interact with my other medications?
Tell every prescriber and pharmacist about herbal supplements. Particularly important with warfarin, antiepileptics, immunosuppressants, and chemotherapy.
Is it safe in pregnancy?
Limited safety data on most herbal products. Avoid unless specifically advised by an obstetric prescriber.
How long should I take it?
For symptomatic indigestion / bloating: until symptoms resolve. For hepatoprotection: typically 4–12 weeks active phase, then re-evaluate with LFTs. Long-term use should be reviewed periodically.
What about herb-induced liver injury?
Some traditional Ayurvedic preparations have been linked to liver injury in international registries, often through contamination (heavy metals, undisclosed allopathic ingredients, or other adulterants). Buy from regulated manufacturers; report new jaundice, dark urine, fatigue, or right-upper-quadrant pain promptly.
Is it vegetarian / halal / kosher?
Most Himalaya botanical products are vegetarian. Confirm the specific certification on the pack if relevant.
How is it different from conventional medication?
It is intended as supportive or symptomatic therapy, not as a disease-modifying or guideline-led intervention. Use alongside, not instead of, evidence-based prescriptions.
Storage
Below 25°C in a dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
What if I miss a dose?
Take it when you remember. Do not double up.
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