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Genurso, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Liver Cirrhosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Genurso also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Genurso depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Genurso include Hair Loss, Constipation. Some other side effects of Genurso have been listed ahead. These side effects of Genurso are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Genurso has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Genurso's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Genurso contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Genurso may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Genurso is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Genurso is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Genurso is used -
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Genurso safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Genurso in pregnant women.
Is the use of Genurso safe during breastfeeding?
Genurso may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Genurso on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Genurso on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Genurso on the Liver?
Genurso may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Genurso on the Heart?
You can take Genurso without any fear of damage to the heart.
Genurso should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Genurso unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Genurso habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Genurso.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Genurso, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Genurso can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Genurso should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Genurso for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Genurso
Taking Genurso with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Genurso
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Genurso.
Your doctor will assess your condition after a course of Genurso 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.
Genurso 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. Genurso should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor.
During clinical trials, few reported cases in animal studies with impaired fertility have been associated with Genurso. 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.
No, Genurso is not a steroid. It is a bile acid which helps in reducing the cholesterol saturation of the bile.
Genurso is usually not associated with lower abdomen pain. But one must not ignore lower abdomen pain as lower abdomen pain could be an indication of undissolved gallstones and other underlying medical conditions. Take a mild painkiller and if the pain does not subside then seek medical attention without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience