Ursokem 150 Tablet

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Ursokem 150 Tablet Information

Ursokem 150 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Liver Cirrhosis. Ursokem 150 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Ursokem 150 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Ursokem 150 Tablet include Hair Loss, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ursokem 150 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ursokem 150 Tablet 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ursokem 150 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ursokem 150 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ursokem 150 Tablet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Ursokem 150 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ursokem 150 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ursokem 150 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Ursokem 150 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ursokem 150 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ursokem 150 Tablet 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

Ursokem 150 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ursokem 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Ursokem without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Ursokem 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Ursokem has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ursokem 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Ursokem does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ursokem 150 Tablet on the Liver?


    Ursokem has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ursokem 150 Tablet on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Ursokem for the heart.

    Safe


Ursokem 150 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ursokem 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Ursokem 150 Tablet

  • Is this Ursokem 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Ursokem 150 Tablet has not been reported.

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


    After taking Ursokem 150 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ursokem 150 Tablet can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Ursokem 150 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


    Ursokem 150 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Ursokem 150 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ursokem 150 Tablet


    You can take Ursokem 150 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ursokem 150 Tablet


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ursokem 150 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Ursokem 150 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

What is Ursokem?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Ursokem 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Will i need gallbladder removal after treatment with Ursokem?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Your doctor will assess your condition after a course of Ursokem 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Ursokem safe for patients above 65 years of age?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ursokem 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Ursokem cause weight loss?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Ursokem 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 about 5 years ago

How does Ursokem work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Ursokem 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. 



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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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