Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR

Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR is a bile acid which is used to treat gallstone problems. Gallstones can result in symptoms like jaundice, pain, inflammation of the pancreas and gallbladder too. The gall bladder creates stones when bile (generally a liquid) hardens. Calcium deposits in the gallbladder can also result in stone formation. This can cause severe pain.

This medication 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.

Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR must not to be used with cholesterol, radiopaque, bile pigment stones, or stones >20 mm in diameter; allergy to bile acids.

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. Report any persistent nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of skin or eyes.

Usual Dosage: 8-10 mg/kg/day in 2-3 divided doses; use beyond 24 months is not established; obtain ultrasound images at 6-month intervals for the first year of therapy; 30% of patients have stone recurrence after dissolution.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Dissolution Of Cholesterol Rich Gallstones

• Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

• Cystic Fibrosis

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Allergy

• Biliary Tract Disorder

• Gallbladder Disorder

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea

• Abdominal Pain

• Fatigue

• Headache

• Pruritus

• Rash

• Vomiting

• Dyspepsia

• Metallic Taste

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• 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.

• 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.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Limited information is available regarding its use in patient with kidney disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Limited information is available regarding its use in patient with liver disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication decreases the cholesterol content of bile and bile stones by reducing the secretion of cholesterol from the liver and the fractional reabsorption of cholesterol by the intestines

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

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

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Decreased effect with aluminum-containing antacids, cholestyramine, colestipol, clofibrate, oral contraceptives (estrogens).

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : When should I take Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR?

  Ans : You are advised to take Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor might instruct you to take 2 to 3 doses per day and suggest to take the last dose at bedtime.

• Ques : How to consume Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR?

  Ans : It is advised to consume Ursodeoxycholic with water milk and can be taken with food or after food.

• Ques : Is Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR safe?

  Ans : It is completely safe to use Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR. 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 Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR.

• Ques : How does Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR help the liver?

  Ans : Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR acts on the liver and gets concentrated in the bile secreted from the liver. This, as a result, suppresses the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol by the liver, thereby decreasing the cholesterol levels in bile.

• Ques : Does Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR cause weight gain?

  Ans : Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR, but it is not common. Patients suffering from liver problems consuming Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR might gain weight.

• Ques : What should I avoid while taking Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR?

  Ans : While taking Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR, avoid taking an antacid preparation without consulting your medical practitioner, as they decrease the effectiveness of Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR. You should also avoid taking drugs like cholestyramine or colestipol while you are on Ursocol 450 MG Capsule SR.

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