How can I protect my liver after taking medication?

Did you know both over-the-counter and prescription medications can cause liver damage? Michael Roizen, MD, offers three tips to protect your liver.

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Liver function tests are advised before treatment begins with some specific medications. Don't blow those tests off.

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Luckily, your liver is likely resilient. [UPBEAT MUSIC]

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Hi. I'm Dr. Mike Roizen with an important tip about medications you may take. Did you know that both over-the-counter medications

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and prescription meds can cause liver damage? Here are three tips to protect your liver.

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One, read the fine print. Know the cautions about liver damage, and you'll be more alert to warning signs.

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Two, don't ignore vague symptoms. Nausea, poor appetite, and just not feeling great, especially

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soon after starting a medication can precede bigger symptoms. And three, get the tests.

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Liver function tests are advised before treatment begins with some specific medications. Don't blow those tests off.

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Luckily, your liver is likely resilient. So if you have a drug-induced liver injury, stopping the medication and treating your liver right

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can restore it to health as long as it was healthy to begin with. [AUDIO LOGO]