Udimarin 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Udimarin 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
Udimarin 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.
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. Udimarin 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Udimarin 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 it regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it for as long as prescribed 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
When should I take Udimarin 150mg Tablet?
The timing of taking Udimarin 150mg Tablet depends on your individual condition. Your doctor may recommend taking two to three doses per day, with the last dose at bedtime. It's essential to take this medication with water or milk and can be taken with food or after eating a meal. For dissolving gallstones, it is usually recommended to take one daily dose at night, ideally spaced 6 hours apart, such as 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm.
Is Udimarin 150mg Tablet safe?
Udimarin 150mg Tablet is generally considered a safe and effective medication. However, it may cause common side effects like diarrhea. If you experience persistent diarrhea, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment. Additionally, long-term use of this medication may affect liver enzyme levels, which will be monitored by your doctor.
How does Udimarin 150mg Tablet help the liver?
Udimarin 150mg Tablet works by concentrating in bile secreted from the liver, suppressing cholesterol synthesis and secretion. This reduces cholesterol levels in bile and stops intestinal absorption of bile salts and cholesterol, leading to gallstone dissolution.
Does Udimarin 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Udimarin 150mg Tablet, but it's not common. This medication can cause weight gain in patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts.
What should I avoid while taking Udimarin 150mg Tablet?
While taking Udimarin 150mg Tablet, you should avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the effectiveness of this medication. You should also avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol and oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents.
