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Hepatic Encephalopathy

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a brain condition that is caused by liver disease. Liver diseases such as cirrhosis prevent the liver from removing ammonia and other harmful substances from the blood. The harmful substances build up in the blood and prevent the brain from working correctly. Early treatment is needed to reverse the damaging effects of this condition and restore proper brain function.

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Call 911 or have someone else call for any of the following:

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Follow up with your healthcare provider as directed:

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Treatment options

The following list of medications are in some way related to or used in the treatment of this condition.

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Self-care:

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