AB Liv 300mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Hauz Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
AB Liv 300mg Tablet is used to dissolve certain gallstones and prevent them from forming. It is also used to treat a type of liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
AB Liv 300mg Tablet should be swallowed whole after a meal and with a glass of milk or water. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. Take it regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it for as long as prescribed (several months or longer). Keep taking it even if your symptoms disappear.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. AB Liv 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
abdominal pain diarrhea hair loss itching nausea rash
Alcohol Warning
AB Liv 300mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
AB Liv 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
AB Liv 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Ciclosporin
How it works
AB Liv 300mg Tablet is a hepatoprotective medication. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol in the blood and helps dissolve gallbladder stones that are composed mainly of cholesterol. It also improves liver enzymes, protects liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids, and improves liver function.
Quick Tips
take it after a meal with a glass of milk or water eat a healthy diet exercise regularly avoid alcohol intake drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended dosage schedule for AB Liv 300mg Tablet?
The suitable timing of taking AB Liv 300mg Tablet might differ depending on your condition. Your doctor may instruct you to take 2-3 doses per day, with the last dose taken at bedtime. It can be taken with water, milk, and food or after food. For dissolving gallstones, it's usually suggested to be taken once daily at night.
Is AB Liv 300mg Tablet safe?
AB Liv 300mg Tablet is generally considered a safe and effective medicine. However, common side effects may include diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, long-term use may affect liver enzyme levels, which will be monitored regularly by your doctor.
How does AB Liv 300mg Tablet help the liver?
AB Liv 300mg Tablet acts on the liver and gets concentrated in bile secreted from the liver. This suppresses cholesterol synthesis and secretion by the liver, decreasing cholesterol levels in bile. The medicine also reduces cholesterol absorption by the intestines, leading to gallstone dissolution due to decreased cholesterol saturation in bile.
Does AB Liv 300mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with AB Liv 300mg Tablet, particularly in patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts. Weight gain varies from person to person and may be experienced.
What should I avoid while taking AB Liv 300mg Tablet?
While taking AB Liv 300mg Tablet, avoid using antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the medicine's effectiveness. Also, avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol and oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents, as they may increase the risk of gallstone development or counteract the AB Liv 300mg Tablet.
