Udiwok

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  • Contains / Salt: Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) (300 mg)
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Udiwok Information

Udiwok is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Udiwok also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Udiwok. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Udiwok also has some side effects, the most common being Hair Loss, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Udiwok as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Udiwok go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Udiwok has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Udiwok related warnings talks about Udiwok's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Udiwok contraindications section.

Besides this, Udiwok may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Udiwok, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Udiwok Benefits & Uses

Udiwok is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Udiwok Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Liver Disease
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 3.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Liver Disease
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 3.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Udiwok Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Udiwok safe for pregnant women?


    Udiwok is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Udiwok safe during breastfeeding?


    Udiwok may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Udiwok on the Kidneys?


    Udiwok does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Udiwok on the Liver?


    Udiwok may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Udiwok on the Heart?


    You can take Udiwok without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Udiwok with Other Drugs

Udiwok should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Udiwok Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Udiwok unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Udiwok

  • Is this Udiwok habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Udiwok has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Udiwok can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Udiwok should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Udiwok in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Udiwok Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Udiwok


    It is safe to take Udiwok with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Udiwok


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Udiwok and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Udiwok

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Udiwok cause depression?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Udiwok may cause depression. It is one of the rare, yet potentially serious adverse reaction. If you experience the symptoms of depression while on Udiwok, do not hesitate to discuss this with your physician and family members. Yoga and music have been very beneficial for people to lower the effects of stress and depression. But if you are experiencing major mood swings along with distorted thoughts you may require medical help. Contact your doctor without hesitation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Udiwok a steroid?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Udiwok is not a steroid. It is a bile acid which helps in reducing the cholesterol saturation of the bile.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Udiwok?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Udiwok is taken orally, usually 2 to 3 times for managing the gallstones and twice for preventing the formation of gallstones in people who lose weight quickly. Udiwok should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Udiwok cause lower abdomen pain?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Udiwok is usually not associated with lower abdomen pain. But one must not ignore lower abdomen pain as lower abdomen pain could be an indication of undissolved gallstones and other underlying medical conditions. Take a mild painkiller and if the pain does not subside then seek medical attention without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can taking Udiwok cause Infertility in men and women?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

During clinical trials, few reported cases in animal studies with impaired fertility have been associated with Udiwok. Hence nothing can be ascertained in humans due to lack of evidence. You are encouraged to discuss with your doctor if you are experiencing any impaired sexual or fertility complications.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 671

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Urso 250® / Urso Forte® (ursodiol)

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