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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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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About Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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.

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You can take Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free with food to avoid any stomach upset. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free. Do not chew, crush, or break the medicine.

Inform your doctor before taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. 

Uses of Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free is used in the treatment of gallstones, primary biliary cholangitis and biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. The detailed uses of Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free are as follows:

  • Treatment for Cholestasis: Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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: Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free may be used to enhance bile production and promote liver function, which will help with fat digestion.
  • Gallstone Management: By dissolving a certain type of gallstones, especially those composed of cholesterol, Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free can help remove them and prevent gallbladder problems.
  • Liver Diseases: To improve liver function, Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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.

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Directions for Use

  • Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Key Benefits

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

How Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free Works

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gallbladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free
  • 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include diarrhoea. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free with other medicines like antibiotics (ciprofloxacin) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), and oral contraceptives (oestrogen).
  • Do not take Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed.
  • Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free can be given to children above 6 years only if prescribed by the doctor.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol along with Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage.
  • 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

Safe if prescribed

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as it may cause increased dizziness and liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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

Consult your doctor

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

Consult your doctor

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

Safe if prescribed

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free can be given to children with caution above 6 years and only if prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Please consult your physician if you have any heart-related problems before taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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.

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free works in decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile, thereby preventing the formation of gallstones. Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free decreases the toxic levels of bile acids that accumulate in primary biliary cirrhosis.

Do not discontinue Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you have any difficulty taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free. 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free, as they might interfere with its absorption. Maintain a gap of 2 hours between both.

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine). Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free might increase the effect of immunosuppressants (cyclosporine). Cholesterol-lowering agents (clofibrate) might promote the formation of gallstones. Inform your doctor before taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free affects fertility. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free based on your condition. Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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, Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Like all medicines, Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free may also cause side effects in some people. However, if any of the side effects are bothersome, please consult the doctor.

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused by toxic bile acids and improves liver function.

Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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 Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free as it might reduce or intensify the effect of other medicines. Colestyramine and colestipol should be taken 2 hours before or after Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free. Consult your doctor before taking Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free with other medicines as Udovax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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.

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