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Ursoday 150 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ursoday 150 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ursoday 150 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ursoday 150 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Hair Loss, Constipation. Some other side effects of Ursoday 150 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ursoday 150 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ursoday 150 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ursoday 150 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ursoday 150 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ursoday 150 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ursoday 150 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ursoday 150 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ursoday 150 Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Ursoday 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ursoday without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ursoday 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ursoday on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ursoday 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ursoday is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ursoday 150 Tablet on the Liver?
Ursoday may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ursoday 150 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Ursoday does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ursoday 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ursoday 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ursoday 150 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ursoday 150 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ursoday 150 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ursoday 150 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ursoday 150 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ursoday 150 Tablet
Taking Ursoday 150 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ursoday 150 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ursoday 150 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Ursoday and its components have been found to be hypersensitive in some people taking it. In case you experience rashes in the skin, breathing difficulties, swelling in the face or any discomfort report it instantly to the doctor who has prescribed this drug to you.
No, Ursoday 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.
Ursoday 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.
Ursoday 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.
No, Ursoday 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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)