Generic Urso Active Ingredient: Ursodiol (ursodeoxycholic)

Ursodiol in some countries is an ingredient of: Ursofalk

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Generic name of the medicine is ursodiol. The preparation presents a bile acid and functions by dissolving the cholesterol that evokes the appearance of gallstones. It also works by preventing the liver production of cholesterol and its intestine absorption reducing the risk of gallstone appearance. Therefore therapeutic indication - treatment and prevention of gallstones in people provided to remove them by means of the surgery is impossible or undesired and also in people on speedy weight loss diets; treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis. The medication is not intended for the treatment of calcified gallstones.

Refrain from taking the medication provided you have hypersensitivity reaction to ursodiol or to other bile acids. Problems of biliary tract, inflammation of the gallbladder, inflammation of the pancreas, or bleeding from the veins in the esophagus may serve as contraindications for the drug usage as well. Pregnant and breast-feeding women should not to take the drug unless they consult the doctor beforehand. The medication is incompatible with estrogens. The remedy must be given to children with extreme care.

The medication refers to the group of the long-lasting ones and may require months to produce any more or less visible effect. Do not make up for the left out dose taking two pills at once. The remedy is intended to be taken on a regular basis with water. Should you leave out a dose do not make up for it taking two at once as it may evoke overdose and unwanted effects. The drug administration should not be combined with antacid containing aluminum or a bile acid sequestrant; an interval of 1 hour before or 2 hours should be made.

Provided you suspect an overdose or experience some perturbing sensations contact your doctor straightaway.