Ursodeoxycholic Acid

Uses of Ursodeoxycholic Acid

Ursodeoxycholic acid is commonly used in the treatment of gallstones and cirrhosis.

How Ursodeoxycholic Acid Works

Ursodeoxycholic acid is a bile acid. It works by putting a holt to cholesterol development, discharge and absorption in the body.

Side Effects of Ursodeoxycholic Acid

Nausea, Vomiting, Gastrointestinal disturbances, Diarrhea, Itchiness

Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Ursodeoxycholic Acid is known to be safe when used in patients with kidney ailments.

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is not recommended to take alcohol with Ursodeoxycholic Acid as the alcohol may disrupt with Ursodeoxycholic Acid's mechanism of action.

Pregnancy Limited Data

There is no information provided regarding the safety of Ursodeoxycholic Acid used in pregnancy. Be that as it may, there is additionally no information stating unwanted effects of the medicine when used in pregnancy. Usage of Ursodeoxycholic Acid with caution is advisable.

Driving Generally Safe

Ursodeoxycholic Acid is safe to be consumed while driving as it doesn't disrupt with the ability to focus and drive.

Liver Limited Data

Ursodeoxycholic Acid is known to be safe when used in patients with liver ailments.

Lactation Limited Data

No information is found about the safety of Ursodeoxycholic Acid during lactation. No human information proposes a huge risk to the child.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).

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