Ursobiac Tablet

• Ursobiac 300 tablets are used to dissolve gallbladder stones composed of cholesterol in various liver-related disorders, such as cirrhosis and sclerosing cholangitis (inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts).
• Liver dysfunction is associated with cystic fibrosis (a hereditary disease that affects the lungs and digestive system).

• If you are allergic to ursodeoxycholic acid or any ingredient of Ursobiac 300 tablets.
• If you have a stomach or intestinal ulcer or bleeding.
• If you have recently had surgery involving any part of your intestine.
• If you have a liver-related disorder and a non-functional gall bladder.
• If you are suffering from a liver or intestinal condition which affects the circulation of bile substances, such as a blockage of the bile duct.
• If you are suffering from inflammation/blockage of the gall bladder or biliary tract.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Sticky stool

Other General Warnings

• You have a history of liver disease or obstruction in bile passage, your doctor may ask you to do a liver function test regularly.
• You experience a persistent diarrhoea, your doctor may discontinue the therapy immediately.
• Women of childbearing age should use non-hormonal contraceptive measures (physical barrier) or low oestrogen oral contraceptive pills. Combination oral contraceptive pills should not be taken with Ursobiac.
• Your doctor may ask you for an ultrasound after six months of the treatment to check the therapeutic improvement.
• It would be best if you avoided a high cholesterol diet during the treatment as it may affect the effectiveness of Ursobiac.

• Ursobiac 300 tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It should be taken after having your meal. It is best to take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

• Store Ursobiac 300 tablets in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.
• Discard any unused and expired medicine properly. Do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

• Ursobiac 300 tablets are used to dissolve cholesterol-based gallstones and treat liver-related disorders.
• Take the tablet whole with a glass of milk or water after a meal, at the same time each day.
• The dosage is determined by your doctor based on your condition and body weight.
• Avoid a high-cholesterol diet during treatment.
• Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, especially hormonal birth control pills, cholesterol-lowering medicines, and antacids.
• Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to ursodeoxycholic acid or have a stomach ulcer, intestinal bleeding, or a non-functional gallbladder.
• Consult your doctor before taking Ursobiac 300 tablets if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take a double dose.
• Common side effects can include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, and rash.
• Regular liver function tests and ultrasound scans may be required during treatment.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Ursobiac 300 tablets may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medications (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations. Inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
• Hormonal pills should not be used if you are on treatment with Ursobiac 300 tablets.
• Concomitant use of cholesterol-lowering medications, such as cholestyramine or colestipol, and certain antacids may reduce the efficacy of Ursobiac 300 tablets. So, it should be taken at least 2 hours apart.
• Other medicines that may affect the absorption of this tablet include charcoal, antibiotics such as Ciprofloxacin, immunosuppressants like Ciclosporin, cholesterol-lowering medications like Atorvastatin, and Dapsone used as an anti-infective. Hence, it should not be used concomitantly.

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