Ursoday 150 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ursoday Information

Ursoday is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. The alternative uses of Ursoday have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Ursoday depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Ursoday include Hair Loss, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ursoday as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ursoday normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ursoday is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ursoday's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Ursoday have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Ursoday with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Ursoday, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Ursoday Benefits & Uses
Ursoday Dosage & How to Take
Ursoday Side Effects
Ursoday Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ursoday with Other Drugs
Ursoday Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ursoday
Ursoday Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ursoday Benefits & Uses

Ursoday is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Liver Cirrhosis (Read More - Home Remedies For Liver Cirrhosis)

Other Benefits

Liver Disease
Liver Failure (Read More - Liver Failure Home Remedies)
Gallbladder Stones
Enlarged Liver

Ursoday Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Liver Disease Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Liver Disease Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ursoday Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ursoday is used -

Mild

Rash
पेट दर्द
Dyspepsia
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Headache
पेट की गैस
Diarrhoea

Common

Hair Loss
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Unknown

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Ursoday Related Warnings

Is the use of Ursoday safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Ursoday in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ursoday safe during breastfeeding?

Ursoday has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ursoday on the Kidneys?

Ursoday is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ursoday on the Liver?

Side effects of Ursoday rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ursoday on the Heart?

Ursoday is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ursoday with Other Drugs

Ursoday should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fenofibrate

Moderate

Aluminium hydroxide

Ciprofloxacin

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Ursoday Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ursoday unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Ursoday

Is this Ursoday habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ursoday.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ursoday as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ursoday only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ursoday is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ursoday Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ursoday

Taking Ursoday with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ursoday

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ursoday with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ursoday

Question over 5 years ago

Can taking Ursoday cause Infertility in men and women?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

During clinical trials, few reported cases in animal studies with impaired fertility have been associated with Ursoday. Hence nothing can be ascertained in humans due to lack of evidence. You are encouraged to discuss with your doctor if you are experiencing any impaired sexual or fertility complications.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ursoday safe for patients above 65 years of age?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ursoday is a prescription drug and not much research has been done in geriatric patients (old age people). It has been found effective in dissolving small stones in the gallbladder and depending on the condition the doctor may recommend this drug to 65 years and above.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ursoday cause allergy?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes Ursoday and its components have been found to be hypersensitive in some people taking it. In case you experience rashes in the skin, breathing difficulties, swelling in the face or any discomfort report it instantly to the doctor who has prescribed this drug to you.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can Ursoday be taken safely?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ursoday should be taken as directed by your doctor. The main aim of this drug is to dissolve gallstones and it may take a few months to a year to work effectively. Do not self-medicate yourself assuming that you have gallstones this is strictly a prescribed Ursoday.

Question over 5 years ago

Will i need gallbladder removal after treatment with Ursoday?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Your doctor will assess your condition after a course of Ursoday for example 2-3 months. Depending upon the size and number of gallstones you doctor will take a decision whether gallbladder should be removed or not. With advancement in medical technology removal of the gallbladder has become a minimally invasive procedure and patient recovers from this operation within a few days.