Udovil 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Fibovil Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Udovil 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
Udovil 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.
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. Udovil 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Udovil 150mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Udovil 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
Udovil 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
Udovil 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 Udovil 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 Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended timing for taking Udovil 150mg Tablet?
The suitable timing of taking this medicine might differ depending on your condition. Your doctor may instruct you to take 2 to 3 doses per day and suggest taking the last dose at bedtime. Udovil 150mg Tablet should be taken with water, milk, or food.
Is Udovil 150mg Tablet safe for consumption?
Udovil 150mg Tablet is usually considered a safe and effective medicine. However, it may cause common side effects like diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, long-term therapy with Udovil 150mg Tablet may affect liver enzyme levels.
How does Udovil 150mg Tablet help the liver?
Udovil 150mg Tablet acts on the liver and gets concentrated in the bile secreted from the liver. This suppresses cholesterol synthesis and secretion by the liver, decreasing cholesterol levels in bile. It also stops the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol, reducing cholesterol saturation in bile and leading to gallstone dissolution.
Does Udovil 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Udovil 150mg Tablet, especially when prescribed for patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts. The likelihood of weight gain varies from person to person.
What should I avoid while taking Udovil 150mg Tablet?
While taking Udovil 150mg Tablet, avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the effectiveness of Udovil 150mg Tablet. Also, avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol and oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents.
