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Oraliv 300mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID-300MG

Uses:

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Oraliv 300mg Tablet contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. Oraliv 300mg Tablet breaks down the cholesterol that has formed into gall bladder stones, thereby dissolving the stones.
  • Oraliv 300mg Tablet has a protective effect on the liver cells and the immune system, thereby improving liver function.
  • Oraliv 300mg Tablet decreases the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestine.
  • In patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, Oraliv 300mg Tablet increases the bile flow.

FAQs

Oraliv 300mg Tablet is used to treat gallstones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile and children above 6 years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis.

Oraliv 300mg Tablet works in decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile, thereby preventing the formation of gallstones. Oraliv 300mg Tablet decreases the toxic levels of bile acids that accumulate in primary biliary cirrhosis.

Do not discontinue Oraliv 300mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Oraliv 300mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you have any difficulty taking Oraliv 300mg Tablet.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Oraliv 300mg Tablet. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Avoid taking aluminium-containing antacids along with Oraliv 300mg Tablet, as they might interfere with its absorption. Maintain a gap of 2 hours between both.

Oraliv 300mg Tablet might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine). Oraliv 300mg Tablet might increase the effect of immunosuppressants (cyclosporine). Cholesterol-lowering agents (clofibrate) might promote the formation of gallstones. Inform your doctor before taking Oraliv 300mg Tablet with other medicines to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Oral contraceptives (oestrogen) might promote the formation of gallstones. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor may advise other contraception methods.

There is no evidence that Oraliv 300mg Tablet affects fertility. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Oraliv 300mg Tablet should be given to paediatric patients only if prescribed by the doctor. It may be used in children above 6 years with liver and biliary diseases caused by cystic fibrosis.

The doctor will determine when to take Oraliv 300mg Tablet based on your condition. Oraliv 300mg Tablet should be taken after a meal with a glass of milk or a small snack. Take the prescribed number of tablets distributed throughout the day as advised by the physician.

Yes, Oraliv 300mg Tablet is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Like all medicines, Oraliv 300mg Tablet may also cause side effects in some people. However, if any of the side effects are bothersome, please consult the doctor.

Oraliv 300mg Tablet has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused by toxic bile acids and improves liver function.

Oraliv 300mg Tablet may cause weight gain in some people. Consult the doctor if you notice rapid weight gain, especially in your face and midsection.

Avoid taking other medicines concomitantly with Oraliv 300mg Tablet as it might reduce or intensify the effect of other medicines. Colestyramine and colestipol should be taken 2 hours before or after Oraliv 300mg Tablet. Consult your doctor before taking Oraliv 300mg Tablet with other medicines as Oraliv 300mg Tablet might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), increase the effect of immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), oral contraceptives (oestrogen) and cholesterol-lowering agents (clofibrate) might promote the formation of gallstones.