Is it safe to take Assicon syrup and Livcon for weight gain for 3 months, and will my weight decrease if I stop? - #56969

understand your concern about using weight-gain syrups and what happens after stopping them. Let me guide you in a clear, clinical way so you can make a safe decision. From what you’ve described, Assicon syrup and Livcon are generally nutritional/appetite and liver-digestive support tonics used to improve appetite, digestion, and mild weakness. In most cases, they are safe for short-term use (around 6–12 weeks) when taken in recommended doses, especially if you have no side effects so far. However, the key point is this: these products do not directly “create weight.” They mainly help improve appetite and digestion. So your weight gain will depend mostly on how much proper nutrition your body is actually absorbing and using. If your diet remains high-calorie but unhealthy (fried, sugary, irregular meals), you may gain some weight, but it is not stable or healthy gain. It often comes as fat and water weight rather than muscle. Now regarding your main worry—if you stop them, will weight decrease? The answer is: not automatically. But if these syrups were improving your appetite and you suddenly reduce food intake after stopping, then yes, some weight loss can happen. If your diet remains good and balanced, your weight will usually stay stable. From an Ayurvedic point of view, this looks like mild “Agni imbalance” (weak digestion + inefficient nutrient assimilation), not just deficiency. That’s why tonics help temporarily but lifestyle decides long-term results. A more stable approach would be: Internal support Ashwagandha powder 1–2 g with warm milk at night (supports muscle strength and weight stability) Shatavari 1 tsp with milk twice daily (improves nourishment and tissue building) Chyawanprash 1 tsp morning (if digestion is good) Diet advice (most important): Add milk, paneer, ghee in moderate amounts Include rice, bananas, dry fruits daily Eat 3 proper meals + 1–2 snacks (no skipping meals) Reduce junk food and cold drinks Precaution: If you notice bloating, acidity, or rapid unexplained weight changes, consider basic tests (thyroid, sugar, CBC). Overall, you can use these syrups for 2–3 months safely, but long-term weight stability will depend on diet and muscle-building, not just medicine.