Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet | Udifit

Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet comes with the brand name “UDIFIT” and is one of the categories or classes of medicines that are referred to as biliary agents also commonly known as gall stone dissolution agents are used in the management of gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis which is an autoimmune disease of the liver, excess cholesterol in bile and children over the age of six with biliary and liver disorder due to cystic fibrosis.

Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet includes a Natural Bile Acid, ursodeoxycholic acid. It aids in lowering blood cholesterol levels in that it dissolves a pouch formed mainly of cholesterol gallbladder stones. It is known for cell membrane protection and liver functional improvement from toxic bile acids-induced injury to liver cells.

Medical Benefits

• It is the biliary agent or gallstone dissolution agent classified under the group of medicines used for treating gallstones; primary biliary cholangitis and children with COPD who are over six years old exhibiting biliary and liver disorders due to cystic fibrosis.
• Since it reduces the amount of cholesterol that hardens in the gallbladder, it dissolves the gallbladder stones that are formed.
• This prevents liver cells and the immune system from further damage and hence, improves the performance of the liver.
• It reduces cholesterol formation by the liver as well as reabsorption of cholesterol in the intestine.
• It enhances the bile flow in patients with primary biliary cirrhosis.

Directions For Use

• Read the labels and cautions that are given on the cover or the packaging of the product.
• Follow the dosage as stated on the label or as prescribed by the doctor.
• Swallow the Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet with water before food.
• Take a tablet with a glass of water or with any kind of drink.

Storage

• Locate it in a dry and cool area and ensure it is not exposed to direct sunlight or in a hot area.
• Always ensure that it is closed tightly to maintain the potency of the supplements it contains.
• Keep out of the kid’s reach to avoid any mishap.

Precautions

• It may have interaction with antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone), antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), hormone (oestrogen), antacids (aluminium hydroxide, aluminium carbonate, magaldrate). Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
• Tell your doctor before intake if you have biliary obstruction and liver impairment, variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), or liver encephalopathy.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased dizziness and liver damage.
• Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablet belong to pregnancy category B so consult your doctor before taking it.

Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Fever
• Cough
• Rash

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does this medicine cause diarrhoea?

Yes, it can cause diarrhoea. Drink fluids and eat fibre-rich foods if this happens. Consult your doctor if diarrhoea is severe or if there’s blood in your stool. Avoid self-medicating with anti-diarrheals.

Can I take antacids with this tablet?

Avoid aluminum-containing antacids with ursodeoxycholic acid. Keep a 2-hour gap between them.

Is it safe to take this medicine with other medicines?

It may reduce the absorption of some antibiotics and antihypertensives and increase the effect of immunosuppressants. Cholesterol-lowering drugs might cause gallstones. Inform your doctor about all your medications.

Can I take this composition with oral contraceptives?

Estrogen-containing contraceptives may promote gallstones. Consult your doctor about alternative contraception.