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Generic Name : Ursodiol
Pronunciation : ERR-so-DIE-ole
Therapeutic Classification : miscellaneous gastrointestinal products
Trade Name(s):
International- Actigall and Urso. This medication is a bile acid, prescribed for dissolving gallstones. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The recommended dose for adults is 8-10 mg/kg/day split into 2 or 3 doses. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with food or milk. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of inflammation of the bile duct, gallbladder pancreas, esophageal bleeding, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Side Effects : Most Common - Diarrhea, elevated liver enzyme, elevated blood glucose, peptic ulcer, skin rash, decrease in platelets. Gastrointestinal - Abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting. General - Uneasiness, swelling in th extremities, fever. Metabolic - Facial swelling, hives, angioedema and laryngeal edema. Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain. Central Nervous system - Dizziness, headache. Respiratory - Cough. Skin - Hair loss, itching, rash. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store at 20°C to 25°C. |
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