Livermarin review: a named formula from a pharma company

Livermarin lists its actives, silymarin with sodium ascorbate, at a stated 350 mg, and it’s made by ATC Healthcare, an established Philippine pharmaceutical company. In a category where most labels say “herbal blend”, that puts it near the top for transparency.

What’s in it, and why that’s notable

Silymarin is the extract of milk thistle, and it’s one of the most-studied botanicals anywhere. That doesn’t mean it does what marketing suggests, but it does mean there’s a real body of published literature, which sets it apart from ingredients like narra or taheebo where the evidence base is thin.

Pairing it with sodium ascorbate (a form of vitamin C) is a common formulation choice, and naming both actives is more than most competitors manage.

The honest gap: the label gives 350 mg total without breaking out how much is silymarin and how much is sodium ascorbate. That matters, because the two are not interchangeable, and it’s the one thing we’d want the manufacturer to publish.

What it is and isn’t

A food supplement, carrying no approved therapeutic claim. It is not a treatment for any liver condition, and the label is legally required to say as much.

This one deserves a stronger caution than most. Liver problems are serious and need actual diagnosis. If you’re considering this because you’re worried about your liver, that’s a reason to see a doctor, not a reason to buy capsules. Supplements can also interact with prescription medication, and the liver is where much of that interaction happens.

Is it sulit?

Around ₱360 as of August 5, 2026. Check the latest price on Shopee. For 30 capsules that’s about ₱12 a capsule, mid-range for this list. What you get for it is a named formula from a named Philippine manufacturer, stocked by Mercury Drug and Southstar, so reordering doesn’t depend on one seller staying in business.

Who should buy it

Buy this if you want a silymarin product from an identifiable local manufacturer sold through real pharmacies, and you understand it’s a supplement rather than a treatment. It’s the right choice for label-readers. If you have an actual diagnosed condition, see a doctor first.

See how it ranks in our best herbal supplements in the Philippines roundup, or read the label-reading section of our herbal supplement buying guide.

Alternatives to consider

Want the same company’s other herbal capsule? ATC Bitter Go comes from ATC Healthcare’s own Shopee store at around ₱230 as of August 5, 2026. Want a single named active at a stated dose? Memo Plus Gold, our Best Overall pick, lists Bacopa monnieri 125 mg.