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Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR

Manufactured bySignova Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsUrsodeoxycholic Acid
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is a medicine used to dissolve gallstones that are composed mainly of undissolved cholesterol and also prevent gallstones in overweight people who are planning on losing weight rapidly. Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is also used in the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis. It is a condition that impairs the liver's ability to function properly and causes a build-up of a fluid called bile within the liver. It may gradually worsen over time. This medicine works by decreasing the toxic levels of bile acid that may accumulate in such a condition. Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR may cause side effects like upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, etc. These side effects usually resolve with time. However, consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR should be taken after a meal with a glass of milk or water. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of treatment based on your clinical condition. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose as it may increase the risk of side effects. Take this medicine for the recommended duration to prevent the formation of a certain type of gallstone. Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have any liver problems or a swollen gallbladder. Inform your doctor about your current medications to avoid any interaction with Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR

Golbi 450 MG Tablet SR
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR

Diarrhoea

Indigestion

Headache

Nausea or Vomiting

Back pain

Bloody and cloudy urine

Black or tarry stools

Burning or Painful Urination

Fever and cough

Hair loss

Swelling of eyelids, face, lips, tongue

Dizziness

Joint pain

Uses of Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR

What is it prescribed for?

Dissolution of cholesterol rich gallstones

Gallstones are hardened deposits, usually made of cholesterol or bilirubin, that can form in your gallbladder (a small organ under your liver). Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is used to dissolve gallstones which are formed by cholesterol deposits. It is also used to prevent gallstone formation in some cases.

Primary biliary cirrhosis

Primary biliary cirrhosis is a liver condition that causes a buildup of bile (a fluid formed by the liver that helps in digestion) within the liver, resulting in damage to the small bile ducts that drain bile from the liver. It may gradually worsen over time. Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is used in the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time taken for Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR to show its effect is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR remains effective in your body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergic reaction

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms such as skin rash, hives (painful eruptions that itch and sting), itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), breathing difficulty, etc.

Biliary tract disorder

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you have conditions such as biliary obstructions (when your bile duct becomes blocked), swelling of the bile duct and gallbladder, or gallstone pancreatitis (when a gallstone blocks your pancreatic duct and cause swelling of your pancreas) with compelling reasons for cholecystectomy (a surgical procedure to remove your gallbladder, an organ located below your liver that stores the digestive fluid).

Gallbladder disorder

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you have a non-functional gallbladder or conditions like swelling or impaired contractility of the gallbladder.

Presence of calcified gallstone

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you have gallstones formed due to the deposition of calcium. This medicine may not be effective in such a condition.

Chronic liver disease

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems, as it may worsen the liver condition.

Inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease is a group of conditions that affect the intestine causing pain and swelling. Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use if you have inflammatory bowel disease.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Type of gallstone

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR should be used only if the gallstone has high cholesterol content. Other stones formed due to calcium deposits or ones that are not detectable in X-rays should not be treated with this medicine.

Liver impairment

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may cause further liver damage. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function and bilirubin (a yellowish substance that is formed during the body's normal process of breaking down red blood cells) levels during treatment with this medicine.

Time taken for stone dissolution

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR may take several months for dissolving the gallstones. Some gallstones may not dissolve completely, and the likelihood of recurrence is very high if the treatment is discontinued. Take this medicine for the recommended duration for better results. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Use in children

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR is not recommended for use in children younger than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Take the missed of Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor. If you suspect an overdose of Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR, contact your doctor for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Aluminium Hydroxide

Cholestyramine

Cyclosporine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the medicine in your mouth. Swallow as a whole with plenty of water. Follow all the instructions given on the prescription label or packing insert. Do not take Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Take Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR for the recommended duration. Do not discontinue this medication abruptly without consulting your doctor, as it may cause a recurrence of gallstones. Eat a healthy balanced diet low in fat and exercise regularly to prevent gallstone formation. Diarrhoea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and consult your doctor if you experience persistent diarrhoea or if you find blood in your stools. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver function and bilirubin levels periodically while you are taking this medicine.

Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works

Ursodox 450 MG Tablet SR works by inhibiting the amount of cholesterol released from the liver and dissolving gallstones that form due to cholesterol build-up. It also helps to decrease the toxic levels of bile acid that may accumulate in the liver, causing damage.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Gallstone solubilizing agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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