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Urchil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Other than this, Urchil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Urchil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Urchil are Hair Loss, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Urchil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Urchil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Urchil's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Urchil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Urchil related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Urchil are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Urchil may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Urchil is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Urchil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urchil is used -
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Urchil safe for pregnant women?
Urchil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Urchil safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Urchil on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Urchil on the Kidneys?
Urchil is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Urchil on the Liver?
Urchil has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Urchil on the Heart?
Using Urchil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Urchil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Urchil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Urchil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Urchil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Urchil. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Urchil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Urchil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Urchil
Taking Urchil with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Urchil
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Urchil with alcohol will be.
No, Urchil does not cause itching. In fact, it is used for the alleviation of itching in pregnant women who suffer from intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy. (A disease in which flow of bile from the liver stops or slowdowns). However, any visible rashes or discomfort experienced while taking this drug to inform your gynecologist and follow his/her instructions. Do not discontinue the medicinal course on your own.
During clinical trials, few reported cases in animal studies with impaired fertility have been associated with Urchil. 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.
No, Urchil is not a steroid. It is a bile acid which helps in reducing the cholesterol saturation of the bile.
Urchil is a prescription drug and not much research has been done in geriatric patients (old age people). It has been found effective in dissolving small stones in the gallbladder and depending on the condition the doctor may recommend this drug to 65 years and above.
Urchil 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. Urchil should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)
