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Ursodil 300 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ursodil 300 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ursodil 300 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ursodil 300 Tablet include Hair Loss, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Ursodil 300 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ursodil 300 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Ursodil 300 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Ursodil 300 Tablet related warnings talks about Ursodil 300 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Ursodil 300 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Ursodil 300 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ursodil 300 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ursodil 300 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Ursodil 300 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ursodil is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ursodil 300 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Ursodil as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Ursodil 300 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Ursodil on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ursodil 300 Tablet on the Liver?
Ursodil has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ursodil 300 Tablet on the Heart?
Ursodil is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ursodil 300 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ursodil 300 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ursodil 300 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ursodil 300 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ursodil 300 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ursodil 300 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ursodil 300 Tablet
It is safe to take Ursodil 300 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ursodil 300 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ursodil 300 Tablet.
Ursodil 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. Ursodil should be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor.
No, Ursodil is not a steroid. It is a bile acid which helps in reducing the cholesterol saturation of the bile.
Your doctor will assess your condition after a course of Ursodil for example 2-3 months. Depending upon the size and number of gallstones you doctor will take a decision whether gallbladder should be removed or not. With advancement in medical technology removal of the gallbladder has become a minimally invasive procedure and patient recovers from this operation within a few days.
Ursodil 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.
No, this Ursodil is not a diuretic drug, it does not cause frequent urination. This drug helps in dissolving gallstones. But any kind of discoloration in urine or excess urine output should be discussed with the doctor to avoid any other underlying medical complications.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)