Ursorest 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Unimarck Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ursorest 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
Ursorest 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. Ursorest 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Ursorest 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 Ursorest 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
When should I take Ursorest 150mg Tablet?
The timing of taking Ursorest 150mg Tablet may vary depending on your individual condition. Your doctor may recommend taking 2 to 3 doses per day, with the last dose at bedtime. It's best to take the medication with water, milk, and with or after food. For dissolving gallstones, it's typically recommended to take one dose daily at night, spaced 6 hours apart (e.g., 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm).
Is Ursorest 150mg Tablet safe?
Ursorest 150mg Tablet is generally considered a safe and effective medication. However, it may cause some common side effects, such as diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may adjust your dosage or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, long-term use of this medication may affect liver enzyme levels. Your doctor will monitor your liver enzyme levels regularly to ensure your safety. Despite these minor side effects, Ursorest 150mg Tablet is often a good alternative to surgery for some patients with gallstones.
How does Ursorest 150mg Tablet help the liver?
Ursorest 150mg Tablet works by concentrating in the bile secreted from the liver, suppressing the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol by the liver, and reducing cholesterol levels in bile. It also prevents the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol, leading to reduced cholesterol saturation in bile and the gradual dissolution of cholesterol from gallstones. This medication also helps reduce elevated liver enzyme levels by increasing bile flow through the liver, protecting liver cells.
Does Ursorest 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Ursorest 150mg Tablet may cause weight gain, although this is not a common side effect. Weight gain is more likely to occur in patients with liver disease associated with chronic bile stasis in small bile ducts, where bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine. The likelihood of weight gain varies from person to person and depends on the underlying disease. Consult your doctor if you experience weight gain while taking Ursorest 150mg Tablet.
What should I avoid while taking Ursorest 150mg Tablet?
While taking Ursorest 150mg Tablet, avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they may decrease the medication's effectiveness. Also, avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol, as they can affect Ursorest 150mg Tablet's effectiveness. Ask your doctor about the recommended time gap between Ursorest 150mg Tablet and these medications. Additionally, avoid taking oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents like clofibrate, as they may increase the risk of developing gallstones and counteract the effects of Ursorest 150mg Tablet.
