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Urostone Benefits & Uses

Urostone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Liver Cirrhosis (Read More - Home Remedies For Liver Cirrhosis)

Other Benefits

Liver Disease
Liver Failure (Read More - Liver Failure Home Remedies)
Gallbladder Stones
Enlarged Liver

Urostone 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

Urostone Related Warnings

Is the use of Urostone safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Urostone in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Urostone safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Urostone as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Urostone on the Kidneys?

Using Urostone does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Urostone on the Liver?

Side effects of Urostone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Urostone on the Heart?

Urostone is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Urostone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Fenofibrate

Moderate

Aluminium hydroxide

Ciprofloxacin

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Urostone Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Urostone

Is this Urostone habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Urostone has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Urostone. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Urostone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Urostone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Urostone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Urostone

You can take Urostone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Urostone

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Urostone.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Urostone

Question about 5 years ago

Can Urostone cause weight loss?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Urostone does not cause weight loss. It facilitates the process of weight loss by preventing the formation of gallstones and breaking the cholesterol molecules in patients who lose weight rapidly.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Urostone work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Urostone regulates the levels of cholesterol by impeding its absorption through the intestine and by breaking the cholesterol molecules. Because of this reason, it is used to treat gallstones non surgically.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Urostone cause hair loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, hair loss is one of the side effects of using Urostone. Therefore, if you experience any hair loss while taking this drug discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 5 years ago

How long can Urostone be taken safely?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Urostone should be taken as directed by your doctor. The main aim of this drug is to dissolve gallstones and it may take a few months to a year to work effectively. Do not self-medicate yourself assuming that you have gallstones this is strictly a prescribed Urostone.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Urostone?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Urostone belongs to the class of compounds called bile acids and salts. Ursodiol is a bile acid which is used for the management of gallstones and primary liver diseases. It also prevents the formation of gallstones in people who are rapidly losing weight.