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Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID-300MG

Uses:

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's breaks down the cholesterol that has formed into gall bladder stones, thereby dissolving the stones.
  • Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's has a protective effect on the liver cells and the immune system, thereby improving liver function.
  • Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's decreases the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestine.
  • In patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's increases the bile flow.

FAQs

Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's 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.

Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's works in decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile, thereby preventing the formation of gallstones. Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's decreases the toxic levels of bile acids that accumulate in primary biliary cirrhosis.

Do not discontinue Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you have any difficulty taking Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's. 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 Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's, as they might interfere with its absorption. Maintain a gap of 2 hours between both.

Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine). Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's might increase the effect of immunosuppressants (cyclosporine). Cholesterol-lowering agents (clofibrate) might promote the formation of gallstones. Inform your doctor before taking Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's 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 Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's affects fertility. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's 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 Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's based on your condition. Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's 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, Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Like all medicines, Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's may also cause side effects in some people. However, if any of the side effects are bothersome, please consult the doctor.

Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused by toxic bile acids and improves liver function.

Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's 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 Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's as it might reduce or intensify the effect of other medicines. Colestyramine and colestipol should be taken 2 hours before or after Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's. Consult your doctor before taking Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's with other medicines as Ursodiol 300 Tablet 10's 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.