URSOFALK 50 capsules

I will prescribe you 50 capsules of the active substance ursodeoxycholic acid. Uses of Ursofalk? Ursodeoxycholic acid and gallstones Dissolving gallstones to prevent the formation of gallstones in obese patients who experience rapid weight loss in cases of primary sclerosing cholangitis. What are the contraindications of Ursofalk? The medication should not be used without consulting a specialist doctor in the following cases: It is prohibited to use in patients who have shown hypersensitivity to the treatment or to any other component of the treatment. It is also not allowed to use in patients with intestinal or liver problems that interfere with the enterohepatic circulation of bile salts. The medication should not be used to treat pigmented gallstones or in cases of acute inflammation of the gallbladder or bile ducts or in the presence of bile duct obstruction. For more: cholecystitis and bloating What are the side effects of Ursofalk? Side effects include: headache, dizziness, diarrhea or constipation, indigestion, nausea and vomiting, back pain, respiratory infection, and others. What are the precautions for using Ursofalk? Use with caution under medical supervision in the following cases: The treatment should be used carefully in patients with liver function disorders. The treatment may take several months, and complete recovery may not be achieved, and there is a high possibility that stones may recur in the gallbladder within 5 years of treatment. Ursodeoxycholic acid for women Safety during pregnancy: "B"; current studies have not shown harm to the fetus, and the doctor should be consulted before taking the treatment if the patient is pregnant or planning pregnancy. Ursodeoxycholic acid and breastfeeding It is unknown whether the medication is excreted in breast milk; therefore, it is advised to consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking the treatment. What are the drug interactions of Ursofalk? It is preferable to inform the doctor or pharmacist about all medications, herbs, vitamins, and dietary supplements before starting treatment. It is recommended not to take it simultaneously with the following: Aluminum hydroxide, Bile acid sequestrants (such as cholestyramine), Estrogen or its derivatives (such as birth control pills), Gemfibrozil, fenofibrate, bezafibrate, Clofibrate, nitredipine. What are the doses of Ursofalk and methods of use? The dose is determined by the doctor based on the patient's weight. The usual dose ranges from 20-30 mg/kg of weight. Doses are divided into 3 times throughout the day during the first 3 months. Doses are given in the evening after 3 months have passed. What are the pharmaceutical forms of Ursofalk? 250 mg capsules. What are the storage conditions for Ursofalk? The medication should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and light.