Ursokem 150 Tablet

Ursokem 150 Tablet

Active Ingredient: Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA)
Used For:

• Dissolving cholesterol gallstones.

• Treating primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) – a chronic liver disease.

• Managing cholestatic liver diseases, alcoholic/non-alcoholic fatty liver.

Key Benefits

1. Gallstones: Breaks down cholesterol in gallstones, gradually dissolving them (may take months).

2. Liver Protection: Slows liver damage in PBC, improves liver function, and reduces toxic bile acids.

Dosage & Administration

• How to Take: Swallow whole with water/milk after meals.

• Duration: Long-term (months to years) as prescribed.

• Missed Dose: Skip if forgotten; never double dose.

Side Effects (Common but manageable)

• Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea.

• Itching, rash, temporary hair loss.
  Consult doctor if persistent.

Safety Advice

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Generally safe (limited risk).

• Alcohol: Avoid (may worsen drowsiness/liver strain).

• Driving: Usually safe (no significant drowsiness).

• Kidney/Liver Disease: Use only under medical supervision.

Important Precautions

• Monitor: Regular liver function tests & ultrasounds needed.

• Drug Interactions: Inform doctor about all medications (especially hormonal contraceptives – may reduce efficacy).

• Lifestyle: Quit smoking, maintain healthy weight, limit alcohol.

Note

• Not for acute gallbladder inflammation or blocked bile ducts.

• Women on birth control pills should switch methods (UDCA may increase gallstone risk).

Consult your doctor before starting or stopping this medication.