Ursocol 300mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Ursocol 300 MG Description
Ursocol 300 tablet is used to dissolve gall stones in various liver-related disorders such as cirrhosis, sclerosing cholangitis and liver dysfunction. It contains ursodeoxycholic acid as an active in
gredient. Gall stones are hardened deposits of digestive juices formed in the gall bladder (a small organ found under the liver). It mainly occurs due to increased cholesterol content in bile juice. This tablet acts as a dissolving agent, which reduces the cholesterol content in bile. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. The common side effects associated with this medicine are diarrhoea and paste-like stools. Most of these are temporary but if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹556.16 |
You Save | ₹75.84 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Ursodeoxycholic Acid / Ursodiol(300.0 Mg) |
Uses | Gall stones and Primary biliary cirrhosis |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, sticky stools |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR CHOLELITHIASIS |
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Uses of Ursocol 300 MG
- Ursocol 300 is used to dissolve gallbladder stones that are made of cholesterol in various liver-related disorders such as cirrhosis and sclerosing cholangitis.
- Liver dysfunction is associated with cystic fibrosis (a hereditary disease that affects the lungs and digestive system).
Contraindications of Ursocol 300 MG
- If you are allergic to ursodeoxycholic acid or any ingredient of Ursocol 300 tablet.
- If you have a stomach or intestinal ulcer or bleeding.
- If you have a liver-related disorder and non-functional gall bladder.
- If you have recently had a surgery involving any part of your intestine.
- If you are suffering from inflammation/blockage of the gall bladder or biliary tract.
- If you are suffering from a liver or intestinal condition which affects the circulation of bile substances like blockage of the bile duct.
Side effects of Ursocol 300 MG
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Sticky stool
Precautions and Warnings of Ursocol 300 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience persistent diarrhoea and the doctor should discontinue the therapy immediately.
- You have a history of liver disease or obstruction in bile passage, your doctor may ask you to do liver function test regularly.
- It would be best if you avoid a high cholesterol diet during the treatment as it may affect the activity of this medicine.
- Your doctor may ask you for an ultrasound after six months of the treatment to check the therapeutic improvement.
- 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 Ursocol 300 tablet....
Mode of Action of Ursocol 300 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Ursocol 300 MG
- Ursocol 300 tablet 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 would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor....
Interactions of Ursocol 300 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Ursocol 300 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Concomitant use of cholesterol-lowering medicines such as cholestyramine or colestipol and some antacids may reduce this medicine's efficacy. So, it should be taken between the gap of 2 hours at least....
- Contraceptive pills should not be used if you are being prescribed the Ursocol 300 tablet
- Other medicines that may affect this medicine's absorption are charcoal and antibiotics like Ciprofloxacin, immunosuppressants like Ciclosporin, cholesterol-lowering medicines like Atorvastatin and Dapsone used as an anti-infective. Hence, it should not be used concomitantly....
Storage and disposal of Ursocol 300 MG
- Store the Ursocol 300 tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Discard any unused or expired medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of Ursocol 300 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Any precautions do I need to take during the treatment with Ursocol 300 tablet?
Q: Does high blood cholesterol level cause gallbladder stones?
Q: Can Ursocol 300 tablet reduce raised liver enzymes?
Q: Is Ursocol 300 tablet used for reducing high bilirubin?
Q: How to use the Ursocol 300 tablet?
Q: Is Udiliv 300 and Ursocol 300 same?
Q: How long Ursocol 300 can be taken?
Q: What is Ursocol 300 used for?
Q: Can Ursocol 300 tablet cause constipation?
References
- DESTOLIT 150 mg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 4 February 2022]
- CDSCO - Ursodeoxycholic acid [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 4 February 2022]
- URSO (ursodiol) tablets, for oral use, USP, [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2022 [cited 4 February 2022]
- Lactmed - Ursodiol [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 4 February 2022]
- DESTOLIT 150 mg tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 4 February 2022]
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