Vriliv 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Gopal Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Ursodeoxycholic Acid (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Vriliv 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
Vriliv 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. Vriliv 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Abdominal pain Diarrhea Hair loss Itching Nausea Rash
Alcohol Warning
Vriliv 150mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Vriliv 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
Vriliv 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
Vriliv 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 it after a meal with a glass of milk or water Eat a healthy diet Exercise regularly Avoid alcohol intake Drink plenty of fluids if diarrhea occurs
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Frequently asked questions
When should you take Vriliv 150mg Tablet?
The timing of taking this medicine may vary depending on your condition. Your doctor might instruct you to take 2-3 doses per day, with the last dose at bedtime. Vriliv 150mg Tablet can be taken with water or milk and may be taken with food or after food. 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 8am, 2pm, and 8pm.
Is Vriliv 150mg Tablet safe?
Vriliv 150mg Tablet is generally considered safe and effective. However, this medicine may cause common side effects like diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, your doctor may reduce the dose, and if it persists, your treatment may be discontinued. Additionally, using this medicine as a long-term therapy may also affect your liver enzyme levels. To monitor this, your doctor will regularly check your liver enzyme levels.
How does Vriliv 150mg Tablet help the liver?
Vriliv 150mg Tablet acts on the liver and gets concentrated in the bile secreted from the liver. This suppresses the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol by the liver, thereby decreasing the cholesterol levels in bile. It also prevents the intestines from absorbing bile salts and cholesterol. The reduced cholesterol saturation in the bile leads to the gradual dissolving of cholesterol from gallstones, resulting in a decrease in size and eventual dissolution. It also reduces elevated liver enzyme levels by increasing bile flow through the liver, protecting liver cells.
Does Vriliv 150mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, there is a chance of weight gain with Vriliv 150mg Tablet, but it's not common. The use of Vriliv 150mg Tablet 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 cases, bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine. Weight gain varies from person to person depending on the disease, so consult your doctor if you experience weight gain.
What should you avoid while taking Vriliv 150mg Tablet?
While taking Vriliv 150mg Tablet, avoid taking an antacid preparation without consulting your doctor, as they decrease the effectiveness of Vriliv 150mg Tablet. Also, avoid medicines like cholestyramine or colestipol, as they affect the effectiveness of Vriliv 150mg Tablet. Ask your doctor about the time gap that should be maintained between Vriliv 150mg Tablet and these medicines. Additionally, 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 Vriliv 150mg Tablet.
