Golbi 150 Tablet
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Golbi 150 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
Golbi 150 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. This medicine's most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, hair loss, itching, nausea, and rash. Not everyone gets these side effects. If you are worried about them or they do not go away, let your doctor know. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have an inflammation of the gallbladder or bile ducts, you get frequent cramp-like pain in your upper abdomen, you have been coughing up blood or you have gained weight rapidly. Using this medicine can reduce or increase the effect of some other medicines so tell your doctor all other medicines you are taking. Women should discontinue hormonal birth control pills as they can increase the production of gallstones. During the treatment, you may need ultrasound scans or frequent blood tests to check your liver function.
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. Golbi 150 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Golbi 150 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Golbi 150 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
Golbi 150 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
Golbi 150 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 Golbi 150 Tablet 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 Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor
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Frequently asked questions
What is the suitable timing for taking Golbi 150 Tablet?
The timing of taking Golbi 150 Tablet may vary depending on your condition. Your doctor might instruct you to take 2 to 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 is usually recommended to be taken once daily at night. Ideally, it should be taken at a gap of 6 hours, such as at 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm.
Is Golbi 150 Tablet safe?
Golbi 150 Tablet is generally considered safe and effective. However, common side effects may include diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Long-term therapy with this medicine may also affect liver enzyme levels, which will be closely monitored by your doctor.
How does Golbi 150 Tablet help the liver?
Golbi 150 Tablet acts on the liver and becomes concentrated in bile secreted from the liver. This reduces cholesterol synthesis and secretion by the liver, lowering bile cholesterol levels. The medicine also stops the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol, leading to reduced cholesterol saturation in bile and the gradual dissolving of gallstones.
Does Golbi 150 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Golbi 150 Tablet, but it's not common. Weight gain may occur in patients with liver disease associated with chronic bile stasis in small bile ducts. Consult your doctor if you experience weight gain.
What should I avoid while taking Golbi 150 Tablet?
While taking Golbi 150 Tablet, avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the effectiveness of the medicine. Also, avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol, which affect the effectiveness of Golbi 150 Tablet. Ask your doctor about maintaining a time gap between these medications and Golbi 150 Tablet. Additionally, avoid oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents such as clofibrate, as they may increase the chances of developing gallstones and act opposite to Golbi 150 Tablet.
