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Livcholic is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Livcholic depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Livcholic 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 Livcholic safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Livcholic without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Livcholic safe during breastfeeding?
Livcholic may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Livcholic on the Kidneys?
Livcholic does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livcholic on the Liver?
Livcholic is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Livcholic on the Heart?
You can take Livcholic without any fear of damage to the heart.
Livcholic 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 Livcholic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livcholic habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Livcholic is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Livcholic. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Livcholic is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Livcholic is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Livcholic
Taking Livcholic with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livcholic
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Livcholic.
Livcholic 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.
Livcholic 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.
Livcholic 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 Livcholic.
No, Livcholic does not cause itching. In fact, it is used for the alleviation of itching in pregnant women who suffer from intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy. (A disease in which flow of bile from the liver stops or slowdowns). However, any visible rashes or discomfort experienced while taking this drug to inform your gynecologist and follow his/her instructions. Do not discontinue the medicinal course on your own.
Livcholic 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. Livcholic should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 671
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Urso 250® / Urso Forte® (ursodiol)