Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Hair Loss, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet 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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Is the use of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet on the Liver?
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet on the Heart?
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet is not harmful for the heart.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet 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 Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet
Taking Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet
Information about the interaction of Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet 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.
Yes, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet has been found to be effective in dissolving small stones. However, in the case of big sized gallstones, surgery and removal of the gallbladder are recommended.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet 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 Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet.
Yes Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet 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.
No, this Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet 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.
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