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Actigall Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Actigall 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. It contains Ursodeoxycholic acid, which helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gall bladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. It has a protective effect on the liver cells. Thus, it protects from injury caused by toxic bile acids and improves liver function. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, rash, dizziness, indigestion and weakness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID-300MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

East India Pharmaceutical Works Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Actigall Tablet 10's

Actigall Tablet 10's is used to treat gallstones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in the bile, and children above 6 years old with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis.

Actigall Tablet 10's contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gallbladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. 

Not everyone who is taking Actigall Tablet 10's will get these side effects. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, rash, dizziness, indigestion and weakness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Take Actigall Tablet 10's as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You can take Actigall Tablet 10's with food to avoid any stomach upset. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Actigall Tablet 10's. Do not chew, crush, or break the medicine.

Inform your doctor before taking Actigall Tablet 10's if you are allergic to it, or have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), or liver disease. Do not take Actigall Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Actigall Tablet 10's can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Actigall Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. 

Uses of Actigall Tablet 10's

Actigall Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis and biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. The detailed uses of Actigall Tablet 10's are as follows:
• Treatment for Cholestasis: Actigall Tablet 10's is frequently recommended to treat pregnancy-related cholestasis, a disorder marked by decreased bile flow that usually results in elevated blood bile acids.
• Promote Liver Function: Actigall Tablet 10's may be used to enhance bile production and promote liver function, which will help with fat digestion.
• Gallstone Management: By dissolving certain type of gallstones, especially those composed of cholesterol, Actigall Tablet 10's can help remove them and prevent gallbladder problems.
• Liver Diseases: To improve liver function, Actigall Tablet 10's is occasionally included in treatment plans for a number of liver disorders, including fatty liver disease.
• Bile Acid Malabsorption: By assisting in the regulation of bile levels in the digestive tract, it may be helpful for individuals who are suffering from bile acid malabsorption, which causes gastrointestinal symptoms.

Directions for Use

  • Actigall Tablet 10's can be taken with food or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Actigall Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

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

How Actigall Tablet 10's Works

Actigall Tablet 10's contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. Actigall Tablet 10's helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gallbladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. Actigall Tablet 10's has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused by toxic bile acids and improves liver function.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Actigall Tablet
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

What if I have taken an overdose of Actigall Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Actigall Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include diarrhoea. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Actigall Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you have inflammation of the gallbladder and bile ducts, narrowing or blockage of bile ducts, biliary colic, calcified gallstones, improper constriction of the gallbladder, or gastric or duodenal ulcer. Inform your doctor before taking Actigall Tablet 10's if you have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking Actigall Tablet 10's with other medicines like antibiotics (ciprofloxacin) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), and oral contraceptives (oestrogen).

Do not take Actigall Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Actigall Tablet 10's can be given to children above 6 years only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Actigall Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any unpleasant side effects. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

Store Actigall Tablet 10's at room temperature. You are advised not to chew, crush or break the medicine. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Please do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine, as it can cause undesirable effects. It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include foods such as bell peppers, citrus fruits, leafy vegetables, tomatoes, milk, fish, low-fat dairy, beans, nuts, lentils, tofu and tempeh in your diet.
  • Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, which includes fruits and vegetables.
  • Foods rich in vitamins B and C and calcium are good for the gallbladder.
  • Plant-based protein foods such as beans, nuts, lentils, tofu and tempeh help prevent gallbladder disease.
  • Avoid high-fat, trans-fat and processed foods.
  • White bread, white pasta and sugars should be avoided.
  • Avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

BILE ACID SEQUESTRANTS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Actigall Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness and liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Actigall Tablet 10's belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before taking Actigall Tablet 10's; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Actigall Tablet 10's or not.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

Actigall Tablet 10's does not affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised to be cautious while driving if you experience dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Actigall Tablet 10's can be given to children with caution above 6 years and only if prescribed by the doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Actigall 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.

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

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

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

Actigall Tablet 10's might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine). Actigall 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 Actigall 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 Actigall Tablet 10's affects fertility. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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

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

Actigall 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 Actigall 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 Actigall Tablet 10's. Consult your doctor before taking Actigall Tablet 10's with other medicines as Actigall 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

East India Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
Other Info - ACT0762

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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 9, 2025 | 11:35 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.10065.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/020675s017lbl.pdf
  3. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a699047.html
  4. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ursodiol.html
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