Description
Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets belong to a group of medicines called the biliary agents or gall stone dissolution agents used to treat primary biliary cholangitis, gall stones, and excess cholesterol in bile. Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets are available in the market at Servocare under the brand name Udigard-150.
Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets contain ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. Udigard-150 tablets help decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gall bladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. Udigard-150 tablets have a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused due to toxic acids and improve liver function.
Take Udigard-150 tablets with food. You are advised to take Udigard-150 tablets for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects of Udigard-150 tablets such as abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, rash, dizziness, nausea, indigestion and weakness. Most of these side effects of Udigard-150 tablets do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time but still, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Inform your doctor before taking Udigard-150 tablets if you have variceal bleeding, ascites, liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Do not take Udigard-150 tablets if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Udigard-150 tablets can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Udigard-150 tablets as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects from Udigard-150 tablets.
Medicinal Benefits of Ursodeoxycholic Acid 150mg Tablets
Udigard-150 tablets contain ursodeoxycholic acid, itis a naturally occurring bile acid. Ursodeoxycholic belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agent or gallstone dissolution agents used to treat gallstones, primary biliary cholangitis. Udigard-150 tablets break down the cholesterol that has formed into gall bladder stones, thereby dissolving the stones. Udigard-150 tablets have a protective effect on the liver cells and the immune system, thereby improving liver function. Udigard-150 tablets decrease the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestine. In patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, Udigard-150 tablets increase the bile flow.
Direction of Use
Read the label given along the Udigard-150 tablets. Swallow the whole tablet of Udigard-150 with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the Udigard-150 tablets to avoid any irritation in the mouth. You shall take Udigard-150 tablets with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Side Effects of Ursodeoxycholic Acid 150mg Tablets
There are mild to moderate side effects of Udigard-150 tablets that get resolved over time. Immediately inform your doctor in case the side effects of Udigard-150 tablets persist or get severe with time. The side effects of Udigard-150 tablets may vary in all users as they depend on the physiological conditions and response to the therapy. The range of side effects noticed on using the Udigard-150 tablets are mentioned as follows:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Dizziness
- Indigestion
- Black or tarry stools
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Heartburn
Safety and Precautions
- Do not consume Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets with alcohol as it may increase the chances of stomach bleeding.
- Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets are not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, hence, do not take it without a doctor’s consultation.
- Store the Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep the Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets out of reach of children and pets.
- Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus when taking Ursodeoxycholic acid-150 mg tablets.
