Udbest 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Intra Life
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Udbest 150mg 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
Udbest 150mg 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. Udbest 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Udbest 150mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Udbest 150mg 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
Udbest 150mg 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
Udbest 150mg 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 this medicine after a meal with a glass of milk or water Eat a healthy diet Exercise regularly Avoid alcohol intake Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools. Your doctor may monitor your liver function and bilirubin levels every month for the next 3 months after the start of therapy and every 6 months thereafter. Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I take Udbest 150mg Tablet?
The timing for taking this medication may vary based on your specific condition. Your doctor might advise you to take 2-3 doses per day, and suggest the last dose at bedtime. You can take Udbest 150mg Tablet with water or milk, and it can be taken before or after a meal. For treating gallstones, it's usually taken once daily in the evening.
Is Udbest 150mg Tablet safe?
Udbest 150mg Tablet is generally considered a safe and effective medication. However, it may cause some common side effects like diarrhea. If you experience diarrhea, your doctor may adjust the dosage. Prolonged use of this medication can also affect liver enzyme levels. Your doctor will monitor these levels regularly to ensure your liver health remains stable. Although there are minor side effects associated with this medication, it's often a good alternative to surgery for some patients with gallstones.
How does Udbest 150mg Tablet help the liver?
Udbest 150mg Tablet acts on the liver and concentrates in bile secreted from the liver. This results in reducing the liver's cholesterol production, thereby decreasing the amount of cholesterol found in the bile. The medication also prevents cholesterol absorption from the intestines, which ultimately leads to the dissolving of gallstones. It also increases bile flow through the liver, protecting cells by reducing the concentration of harmful substances within it.
Does Udbest 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
There is a possibility of weight gain with Udbest 150mg Tablet, but this is not very common. It can cause weight gain in patients who have liver disease linked to chronic bile stagnation in the small bile ducts of the liver. In such cases, bile cannot flow from the liver to the intestines. Weight gain risk varies from person to person based on their specific condition, so consult your doctor if you experience weight gain.
What should I avoid while taking Udbest 150mg Tablet?
Avoid taking antacids without consulting your doctor. Antacids can decrease the effectiveness of Udbest 150mg Tablet. Avoid cholestyramine or colestipol medications, as they may reduce the efficacy of Udbest 150mg Tablet. Speak with your doctor about any time gaps between Udbest 150mg Tablet and these types of medications. In addition, avoid taking oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents like clofibrate as they might increase the risk of gallstones and counteract the effects of Udbest 150mg Tablet.
