Ursetor 300 Tablet
Manufacturer
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ursetor 300 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
Ursetor 300 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. Ursetor 300 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Ursetor 300 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ursetor 300 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
Ursetor 300 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
Ursetor 300 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 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
When is the best time to take Ursetor 300 Tablet?
The suitable timing for taking this medicine varies depending on your condition. Your doctor may recommend taking 2 to 3 doses per day, with the last dose taken at bedtime. It's essential to take Ursetor 300 Tablet with water or milk and can be taken with food or after food. For dissolving gallstones, it's usually suggested to take one daily dose at night. Ideally, you should take it at a gap of 6 hours, for example, at 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm.
Is Ursetor 300 Tablet safe?
Ursetor 300 Tablet is generally considered safe and effective. However, common side effects may include diarrhea. If you experience diarrhea, your doctor may adjust the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, long-term use of this medicine may affect liver enzyme levels. Regular monitoring of liver enzyme levels by your doctor can help prevent any complications.
How does Ursetor 300 Tablet benefit the liver?
Ursetor 300 Tablet acts on the liver and concentrates in the bile secreted from it. This process suppresses the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol by the liver, reducing cholesterol levels in bile. The medicine also stops the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol, resulting in reduced cholesterol saturation in bile. This leads to the gradual dissolving of cholesterol gallstones, causing them to decrease in size and eventually dissolve. Furthermore, it reduces elevated liver enzyme levels by increasing bile flow through the liver, protecting liver cells.
Can Ursetor 300 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Ursetor 300 Tablet, but it's not common. This occurs when the medicine is prescribed in patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts of the liver. Bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine, leading to potential weight gain. The likelihood of weight gain varies among individuals and depends on their condition.
What should I avoid while taking Ursetor 300 Tablet?
While taking Ursetor 300 Tablet, you should avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the effectiveness of this medicine. Additionally, medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol can affect the effectiveness of Ursetor 300 Tablet. It's essential to consult your doctor about maintaining a suitable time gap between taking Ursetor 300 Tablet and these medications. You should also avoid oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, blood cholesterol-lowering agents like clofibrate, as they may increase the chances of developing gallstones and act opposite to the action of Ursetor 300 Tablet.
