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Soy Lecithin
Lecithinum ex soya
Sojalecithin
Published May 5, 1988
Name of Drug
Lecithinum ex soya, soy lecithin
Composition of Drug
Soy lecithin consists of the phospholipids extracted from the seeds of Glycine max (L.) Merrill [Fam. Fabaceae], as well as preparations thereof in effective dosage.
Soy lecithin contains (3-sn-phosphatidyl)choline, phosphatidyl ethanolamine and phosphatidyl-inositol.
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Uses
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Moderate disturbances of fat metabolism, especially hypercholesterolemia if dietary measures are not sufficient.
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Contraindications
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None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Average daily dosage:
- Total phospholipids in their natural mixture composition corresponding to 3.5 g (3-sn-phosphatidyl)choline.
Mode of Administration
Preparations from soy beans for oral intake.
Action
Lipid-lowering.
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