Do spirulina tablets harm the liver?
May 14, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
When used under medical supervision, spirulina tablets generally do not harm the liver; however, excessive use may cause liver damage. Spirulina tablets are composed of spirulina and have the effect of tonifying qi and nourishing blood, commonly used to treat symptoms such as internal phlegm-turbidity, dizziness, headache, and poor appetite. If patients take the medication as directed by a physician and control the dosage appropriately, it usually does not impose an additional burden on the liver.
If spirulina tablets are used under the guidance of a doctor, they generally do not harm the liver; however, excessive use may cause liver damage. The specific details are as follows:
1. No harm
Spirulina tablets contain spirulina and have the effect of tonifying qi and nourishing blood. They can be used to treat symptoms such as internal phlegm-dampness, dizziness, vertigo, and poor appetite. If patients take the medication under a doctor's supervision and properly control the dosage, it generally does not increase the liver's workload and therefore will not harm the liver.
2. Possible harm
If patients take spirulina tablets without medical advice and fail to control the proper dosage, they may overdose. After ingestion, the drug components are metabolized through the liver before being excreted from the body, which increases the liver's burden and may cause liver damage.
It is recommended that if any discomfort occurs during medication, patients should consult a doctor promptly. Special populations such as nursing mothers, pregnant women, and children should not take the medication casually to avoid adverse effects on health. In daily life, maintain a light diet and regular作息 (sleep-wake) schedule.
