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Description
Ursodeoxycholic Acid 150 mg tablets are used to treat certain liver and gallbladder conditions.
**Primary Uses:**
– Dissolution of cholesterol gallstones in patients with a functioning gallbladder.
– Management of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease.
**Drug Class or Type:**
– Bile acid.
**General Mechanism of Action:**
– Reduces cholesterol saturation in bile, facilitating the gradual dissolution of cholesterol-rich gallstones.
– Improves bile flow and protects liver cells from damage caused by toxic bile acids.
**Common Forms:**
– Oral tablets, commonly available in 150 mg strength.
**Dosage Instructions:**
– For gallstone dissolution: A daily dose of 8 to 12 mg per kilogram of body weight, divided into two or three doses after meals.
– For PBC: A daily dose of 10 to 15 mg per kilogram of body weight, divided into two to four doses with food.
– The duration of treatment varies; gallstone dissolution may require several months.
– Always follow the dosage prescribed by a healthcare professional.
**Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:**
– Common side effects may include diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and headache.
– Not recommended for patients with complete biliary obstruction or acute gallbladder inflammation.
– Use with caution in patients with severe liver or kidney impairment.
– Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, as interactions may occur.
Use this medication only under medical supervision and follow the prescribed instructions.
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