AUM Pharmacy
Health Hub
Search Icon

AUM Pharmacy

Hi there!

Hello, Login
All Categories
VisaVisaVisa
fallback

Ursotux 300mg Tablet

Prescription Icon
Prescription Required

Marketer

Esvy Life Sciences

Salt Composition

Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg)

Overview Ursotux 300mg Tablet

Cholelitholytic tablets of Ursotux 300mg dissolve existing gallstones and deter new formation. This medication also treats primary biliary cirrhosis, a liver ailment, by metabolizing cholesterol gallstones. Ingest Ursotux 300mg whole with food and liquid (milk or water). Dosage is individualized based on your condition and weight. Consistent use, as directed (months or longer), is crucial for optimal results; continue even if symptoms subside. Common, but not universal, side effects include abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, alopecia, pruritus, nausea, and skin eruptions. Report persistent or concerning side effects to your physician. Prior to commencing therapy, inform your doctor of any gallbladder or bile duct inflammation, recurring upper abdominal cramping, hemoptysis, or recent significant weight gain. Ursotux may alter the efficacy of other medications; disclose all concurrent medications. Women should cease hormonal contraceptives, as these can stimulate gallstone development. Regular ultrasound examinations and liver function blood tests might be necessary during treatment.

Uses of Ursotux 300mg Tablet

Managing primary biliary cholangitis | Gallstone therapy

Major Benefits of Ursotux 300mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for Ursotux 300mg Tablets. Ingest each tablet whole; do not crush, chew, or break it. Administer this medication with food.

Common Side effects of Ursotux 300mg Tablet:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Hair loss
  • Itching
  • Nausea
  • Rash

How to use Ursotux 300mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the 300mg Ursotux tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Administer this medicine with a meal.

How Ursotux 300mg Tablet works:

Cholelithiasis and hypercholesterolemia may be addressed with the hepatoprotective agent, Ursotux 300mg Tablet. This medication lowers serum cholesterol levels, facilitating the dissolution of cholesterol gallstones. Concurrently, it enhances liver enzyme profiles, safeguards hepatic cells from bile acid-induced damage, and promotes overall liver health.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Taking Ursotux 300mg tablets with alcohol can lead to increased sleepiness.

PregnancyPregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

The use of Ursotux 300mg tablets during pregnancy is typically deemed safe. Preclinical trials in animals revealed minimal or no harmful consequences for the fetus; nevertheless, data from human studies are scarce.

Breast feedingBreast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Taking Ursotux 300mg tablets while breastfeeding appears to be unlikely to cause harm. Available data from human studies indicate minimal risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingSAFE

Driving ability is typically unaffected by Ursotux 300mg Tablets.

KidneyKidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Insufficient data exists regarding Ursotux 300mg Tablet's efficacy and safety in individuals with renal impairment. Physician consultation is advised.

LiverLiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Data regarding Ursotux 300mg Tablet use in individuals with hepatic impairment is scarce. Physician consultation is advised.

What if you forget to take Ursotux 300mg Tablet :

Omit any missed Ursotux 300mg Tablet dose and resume your usual medication regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Ursotux 300mg Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Type Biliary Acids and Salts
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Gastrointestinal system
Actions Liver protectants

FAQs on Ursotux 300mg Tablet

Dosage and timing for Ursotux 300mg Tablet vary depending on your condition. Your doctor will determine the appropriate frequency, possibly 2-3 times daily, with the last dose ideally at bedtime. Take with water or milk, with or without food. For gallstone dissolution, a single nightly dose is typical. If taking multiple doses, maintain at least a 6-hour interval (e.g., 8 am, 2 pm, 8 pm).
Ursotux 300mg tablets are generally safe and effective. Common side effects, like diarrhea, may occur. Your doctor might lower your dose if diarrhea develops, or discontinue treatment if it persists. Long-term use can affect liver enzyme levels, which your doctor will monitor. Nevertheless, it offers a viable alternative to surgery for some gallstone patients.
Ursotux 300mg tablets work by concentrating in bile, reducing cholesterol synthesis and secretion from the liver. This lowers cholesterol levels in bile and prevents intestinal absorption of bile salts and cholesterol. Consequently, bile becomes less saturated with cholesterol, gradually dissolving gallstones and reducing their size. Increased bile flow also protects liver cells by lowering elevated liver enzyme levels.
While weight gain is possible with Ursotux 300mg, it's uncommon. It's more likely in patients with liver disease causing bile stasis, preventing bile flow to the intestines. However, individual responses vary, so consult your doctor about any weight changes.
To maximize Ursotux 300mg Tablet effectiveness, avoid antacids, cholestyramine, colestipol, oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and clofibrate without first consulting your doctor. These medications can reduce Ursotux's efficacy or increase gallstone risk, counteracting its intended effect. Your doctor can advise on appropriate timing if other medications are necessary.
Ursotux 300mg Tablet
238
MRP 290
17% off