Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agents or gall stone dissolution agents used to treat gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile and children above 6years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis.
Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally-occurring bile acid. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gall bladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids and improves liver function.
Take Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s with food. You are advised to take Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. 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.
Inform your doctor before taking Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s if you have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Do not take Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’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 side-effects.
Medicinal Benefits
Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally-occurring bile acid. It belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agent or gall stone dissolution agents used to treat gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile children above 6 years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s breaks down the cholesterol that has formed into gall bladder stones, thereby dissolves the stones. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s has a protective effect on the liver cells and the immune system, thereby improving liver function. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s decreases the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestine. In patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s increases the bile flow.
Directions for Use
Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper; shake the pack well before each use.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in water and consume it.
Drug Warnings
Do not take Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have inflammation of gall bladder and bile ducts, narrowing or blockage bile ducts, biliary colic, calcified gallstones, improper constriction of the gallbladder, gastric or duodenal ulcer. Inform your doctor before taking Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’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 Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s with other medicines as Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’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. Do not take Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’s can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Ursocol 300 Tablet 15’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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF URSOCOL TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ursocol
Abdominal pain
HOW TO USE URSOCOL TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ursocol 300 Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW URSOCOL TABLET WORKS
Ursocol 300 Tablet is a hepatoprotective medication. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol in the blood and helps dissolve gallbladder stones that are composed mainly of cholesterol. It also improves liver enzymes, protects liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids, and improves liver function.
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