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Udiliv 300 MG Tablet

Manufacturer :  Abbott India Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Ursodeoxycholic Acid
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Udiliv 300 MG Tablet

Udiliv 300 MG Tablet is typically a bile acid which is used to treat gallstone problems. It helps in gall stone dissolution. Gallstones can result in symptoms like jaundice, pain, inflammation of the pancreas and gall bladder too.

The gall bladder creates stones when bile (generally a liquid) hardens. Calcium deposits in the gall bladder can also result in stone formation. This can cause severe pain. Those stones that are formed from cholesterol are generally treated with Udiliv 300 MG Tablet as the drug can dissolve them easily.

Udiliv 300 MG Tablet may also be used in the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis. While surgery is generally recommended by doctors to patients who suffer from a severe problem of gall stones, smaller stones can be treated with Udiliv 300 MG Tablet.

Udiliv 300 MG Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Your dosage will depend on the severity of your condition. The doctor will generally advise you to take the drug at bedtime daily. The drug works best when taken directly after a meal or with a light snack.

This medicine is not to be used with:

  • Cholesterol
  • Radiopaque
  • Bile pigment stones
  • Stones >20 mm in diameter
  • Allery to bile acids.

Gallbladder stone dissolution may take several months of therapy. Complete dissolution may not occur and recurrence of stones within 5 years has been observed in 50% of patients. Use with caution in patients with a non-visualizing gallbladder and those with chronic liver disease. This medicine is not recommended for children.

Symptoms of Udiliv 300 MG Tablet overdose include diarrhea. No specific therapy for diarrhea and for overdose. Frequent blood work will be necessary to follow drug effects. Drug will need to be taken for 1-3 months after stone is dissolved. Stones may recur.

    What are the uses of Udiliv 300 MG Tablet

    • Dissolution Of Cholesterol Rich Gallstones

      Gall bladder stones which are formed by cholesterol deposit, dissolve and break by the use of this medicine. In some patients, this medicine is also used to prevent formation of gall stone.

    • Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

      For treatment of the symptoms and slow the progression of the liver and the bile duct disease, this medicine is used.

    • Cystic Fibrosis

      To treat liver related disease cystic fibrosis in children aged 6-18 years, this medicine could also be used.

    What are the contraindications of Udiliv 300 MG Tablet ?

    • Allergy

    • Biliary Tract Disorder

    • Gallbladder Disorder

    What are the side effects of Udiliv 300 MG Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Udiliv 300 MG Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The time for which this medicine remains effective in the body is subject to vary depending on the use.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The time taken for this medicine to show it's effect is variable depending on the intended use. The dissolving of gallstone starts to happen after 3-6 months of the administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine should be used by pregnant women only when clearly needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine should be used with caution if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      No relevant information is available. Kindly consult your doctor before taking Udiliv 300 MG Tablet.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      No relevant information is available. Kindly consult your doctor before taking Udiliv 300 MG Tablet.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consumption of alcohol is not safe.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      This medicine does not affect the consciousness of the patient. Its safe to drive while taking this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Udiliv 300 MG Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Udiliv 300 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      In case you, any dose is missed by you and if you remember it at the time of next scheduled dose then you can skip the missed dose. Don’t forget to take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Diarrhea is one of the most prominent symptom of an overdose. Contact your doctor as soon as possible if you have an overdose of the medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine suppresses the synthesis and flow of cholesterol and also reduces the fractional reabsorption of cholesterol by the intestine.,

      What are the interactions of Udiliv 300 MG Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        No information available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        This medication interacts with warfarin, Abciximab, Acenocoumarol, Acetaminophen and others. Decrease effect of this medicine is observed with aluminum-containing antacids, cholestyramine, colestipol, clofibrate, oral contraceptives (estrogens).
      • Interaction with Disease

        Use with caution in patients with a non-visualizing gallbladder and those with chronic liver disease; not recommended for children.
      • Interaction with Food

        No information available.

      FAQs about Udiliv 300 MG Tablet

      • Ques : What is Udiliv 300 mg tablet?

        Ans : Udiliv 300 mg tablet is a medication contains Ursodeoxycholic acid as an active ingredient. It is a prescribed medication which performs its action by declining the production of cholesterol, by dissolving the cholesterol in bile. It is also used to treat conditions like gallstones, disorders of the liver, hepatic disorder, etc.

      • Ques : What is Udiliv 300 mg tablet used for?

        Ans : Udiliv 300 mg tablet is a medication used for the treatment, control, and prevention of the below mentioned conditions such as: Gallstones, Hepatic disorders, Liver disorders, Cirrhosis, Cystic fibrosis and Gallbladder stones.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Udiliv 300 mg tablet?

        Ans : Udiliv 300 mg tablet has some known side effects which may or may not occur always and some of them are rare and serious. If you observe any of the below mentioned side effects, contact you doctor immediately. Here are some of the side effects of Udiliv 300 mg tablet: Nausea, Hair loss, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Rashes, Pasty stools, Loose motion, Vomiting, Hives, Itching of skin, Gallstone calcification.

      • Ques : Is Udiliv safe?

        Ans : It is completely safe to use Ursodeoxycholic Acid. However, this medicine may have some common side effects, such as diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs for a longer time, your doctor may reduce the dose or suggest you stop the use of Ursodeoxycholic Acid.

      • Ques : How does Udiliv work for primary biliary cirrhosis?

        Ans : Udiliv 300 mg tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

      • Ques : Does Udiliv cause weight gain?

        Ans : Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Ursodeoxycholic Acid, but it is not common. Patients suffering from liver problems consuming Ursodeoxycholic Acid might gain weight.

      • Ques : Is Udiliv effective for the treatment of gall stones?

        Ans : Yes, Udiliv 300 mg tablet is effective for the treatment of gall stones.

      • Ques : Is Udiliv a steroid?

        Ans : Yes. Udiliv 300 mg tablet is a steroid.

      References

      • Ursodeoxycholic acid 300mg Tablets- EMC [Internet]. www.medicines.org.uk. 2019 [Cited 29 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/10064/smpc

      • Ursodeoxycholic acid- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 27 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01586

      • Ursodiol- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 29 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ursodeoxycholic%20acid

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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