Udinol 300mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Knoll Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Udinol 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
Udinol 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. Udinol 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Udinol 300mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Udinol 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
Udinol 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
Udinol 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 Udinol 300mg 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended dosing schedule for Udinol 300mg Tablet?
The suitable timing of taking this medicine might differ depending upon your condition. Your doctor might instruct you to take 2 to 3 doses per day, with the last dose taken at bedtime. Udinol 300mg Tablet should be taken with water or milk and can be taken with food or after food.
Is Udinol 300mg Tablet safe for use?
Udinol 300mg Tablet is generally considered to be a safe and effective medicine. However, it may cause common side effects such as diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose, and if it persists, your treatment may be discontinued.
How does Udinol 300mg Tablet work on the liver?
Udinol 300mg Tablet acts on the liver by suppressing the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol, thereby decreasing the cholesterol levels in bile. It also reduces elevated liver enzyme levels by increasing bile flow through the liver, protecting the liver cells.
Can Udinol 300mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Udinol 300mg Tablet, particularly when prescribed for patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts. However, the likelihood of weight gain varies from person to person.
What precautions should I take while taking Udinol 300mg Tablet?
While taking Udinol 300mg Tablet, avoid taking antacid preparations or other medicines like cholestyramine, colestipol, oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents as they may decrease its effectiveness or interact with the medication.
