Uditok 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Cynak Healthcare
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Uditok 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
Uditok 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. Uditok 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Uditok 150mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Uditok 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
Uditok 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
Uditok 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 Uditok 150mg 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
When should I take Uditok 150mg Tablet?
The timing of taking this medication may vary depending on your individual condition. Your doctor might instruct you to take 2 to 3 doses per day, and suggest to take the last dose at bedtime. You can take Uditok 150mg Tablet with water or milk, and it can be taken with food or after food. When prescribed for gallstone treatment, usually a single daily dose is recommended at night. Ideally, it should be taken 6 hours apart, for example, at 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm.
Is Uditok 150mg Tablet safe?
Uditok 150mg Tablet is generally considered to be a safe and effective medication. However, it may cause some common side effects such as diarrhea. If you experience diarrhea, your doctor may adjust the dosage, or in case of persistent symptoms, discontinue treatment. It's also important to note that long-term use of this medication could affect liver enzyme levels. Your doctor will regularly monitor your liver enzyme levels to ensure your health is not negatively impacted.
How does Uditok 150mg Tablet help the liver?
Uditok 150mg Tablet acts on the liver by concentrating in bile secreted from the liver. This leads to suppressing the liver's production of cholesterol, thus decreasing cholesterol levels in bile. Additionally, it blocks the intestines' ability to absorb bile salts and cholesterol, reducing cholesterol saturation in the bile. The result is the gradual dissolving of cholesterol from gallstones, leading to a decrease in size and eventual dissolution. It also protects liver cells by increasing bile flow through the liver and lowering elevated liver enzyme levels.
Does Uditok 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
While Uditok 150mg Tablet may contribute to weight gain in some individuals, it is not a common occurrence. The risk of weight gain is higher for patients with liver disease associated with chronic bile stagnation in the small bile ducts of the liver. In such cases, bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine. However, this effect varies from person to person depending on their specific condition; if you notice unexplained weight gain, consult your doctor.
What should I avoid while taking Uditok 150mg Tablet?
When taking Uditok 150mg Tablet, refrain from taking antacids without consulting your doctor as they may decrease its effectiveness. You should also avoid medications like cholestyramine or colestipol because these can impact the medication's effectiveness. Always talk to your doctor about the recommended time gap between Uditok 150mg Tablet and these medications. Additionally, you should avoid taking oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents such as clofibrate as they may increase your risk of developing gallstones while counteracting the medication's effects.
