Urdox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Urdox Information

Urdox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Secondary and off-label uses of Urdox have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Urdox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Urdox include Hair Loss, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Urdox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Urdox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Urdox is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Urdox related warnings talks about Urdox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Urdox contraindications section.

Besides this, Urdox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Urdox Benefits & Uses

Urdox 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

Urdox 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

Urdox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urdox 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)

Urdox Related Warnings

Is the use of Urdox safe for pregnant women?

Urdox is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Urdox safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Urdox on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Urdox on the Kidneys?

Urdox does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Urdox on the Liver?

Side effects of Urdox rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Urdox on the Heart?

Urdox is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Urdox with Other Drugs

Urdox 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

Urdox Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Urdox

Is this Urdox habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Urdox is addictive.

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

After taking Urdox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Urdox should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Urdox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Urdox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Urdox

Taking Urdox with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Urdox

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Urdox.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Urdox

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Urdox?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Urdox 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. Urdox should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Urdox cause allergy?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes Urdox 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 about 6 years ago

What is Urdox?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Urdox belongs to the class of compounds called bile acids and salts. Ursodiol is a bile acid which is used for the management of gallstones and primary liver diseases. It also prevents the formation of gallstones in people who are rapidly losing weight.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can Urdox be taken safely?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Urdox 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 Urdox.