Usrowell 300mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Clamed Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Usrowell 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
Usrowell 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. 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. Usrowell 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Usrowell 300mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Usrowell 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
Usrowell 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
Usrowell 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 this medicine after a meal with a glass of milk or water Eat a healthy diet Exercise regularly Avoid alcohol intake Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. 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 Usrowell 300mg Tablet?
The suitable timing of taking this medicine depends on your individual condition. Your doctor may instruct you to take 2-3 doses per day, with the last dose taken at bedtime. It is essential to take Usrowell 300mg Tablet with water and milk, and it can be taken with food or after food. When prescribed for dissolving gallstones, it is usually suggested to be taken once daily at night. Ideally, it should be taken at a gap of 6 hours, such as at 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm.
Is Usrowell 300mg Tablet safe?
Usrowell 300mg Tablet is generally considered to be a safe and effective medicine. However, like all medications, it may have some common side effects, such as diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose or discontinue treatment if it persists. Additionally, using this medicine as a long-term therapy may also affect liver enzyme levels. To monitor this, your doctor will regularly check your liver enzyme levels.
How does Usrowell 300mg Tablet help the liver?
Usrowell 300mg Tablet acts on the liver by suppressing the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol, thereby decreasing the cholesterol levels in bile. It also stops the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol, leading to reduced cholesterol saturation in the bile from the liver. This results in the dissolving of gallstones, reducing their size and eventually causing them to dissolve.
Does Usrowell 300mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a possibility of weight gain with Usrowell 300mg Tablet, but it is not common. The use of this medicine can cause weight gain when prescribed in patients with liver disease associated with chronic stasis of bile in small bile ducts of the liver. In such conditions, bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine.
What should I avoid while taking Usrowell 300mg Tablet?
While taking Usrowell 300mg Tablet, you should avoid taking antacid preparations without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the effectiveness of this medicine. You should also avoid medications like cholestyramine or colestipol, as they affect the effectiveness of Usrowell 300mg Tablet. Additionally, you should avoid taking oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents such as clofibrate, as they may increase the chances of developing gallstones and act opposite to Usrowell 300mg Tablet.
