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Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis : Drugs

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Beta blockers may be prescribed to control cirrhosis-induced portal hypertension. Because the diseased liver can no longer efficiently neutralize harmful substances, medications must be given with caution.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Iron supplements, diuretics, and antibiotics may be used for anemia, fluid retention, and ammonia accumulation associated with cirrhosis. Vasoconstrictors are sometimes needed to stop internal bleeding and antiemetics may be prescribed to control...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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