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

Estuchol 150 Tablet Information

Estuchol 150 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Liver Cirrhosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Estuchol 150 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Estuchol 150 Tablet 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.

Common side effects of Estuchol 150 Tablet include Hair Loss, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Estuchol 150 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Estuchol 150 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Estuchol 150 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Estuchol 150 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Estuchol 150 Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Estuchol 150 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Estuchol 150 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Estuchol 150 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Estuchol 150 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Estuchol 150 Tablet 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

Estuchol 150 Tablet 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

Estuchol 150 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Estuchol 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Estuchol in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Estuchol 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Estuchol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Estuchol 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Estuchol is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Estuchol 150 Tablet on the Liver?

Estuchol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Estuchol 150 Tablet on the Heart?

Estuchol is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Estuchol 150 Tablet with Other Drugs

Estuchol 150 Tablet 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

Estuchol 150 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Estuchol 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Estuchol 150 Tablet

Is this Estuchol 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Estuchol 150 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Estuchol 150 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Estuchol 150 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Estuchol 150 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Estuchol 150 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Estuchol 150 Tablet

You can take Estuchol 150 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Estuchol 150 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Estuchol 150 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Estuchol 150 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Is this Estuchol a diuretic ?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, this Estuchol is not a diuretic drug, it does not cause frequent urination. This drug helps in dissolving gallstones. But any kind of discoloration in urine or excess urine output should be discussed with the doctor to avoid any other underlying medical complications.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Estuchol work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Estuchol regulates the levels of cholesterol by impeding its absorption through the intestine and by breaking the cholesterol molecules. Because of this reason, it is used to treat gallstones non surgically.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Estuchol cause weight loss?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Estuchol does not cause weight loss. It facilitates the process of weight loss by preventing the formation of gallstones and breaking the cholesterol molecules in patients who lose weight rapidly.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Estuchol safe for patients above 65 years of age?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Estuchol 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Estuchol?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Estuchol is taken orally, usually 2 to 3 times for managing the gallstones and twice for preventing the formation of gallstones in people who lose weight quickly. Estuchol should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor.