Ursocol SR (UDCA) 450 mg

Ursocol SR (UDCA) is a medicine that is used for the treatment of gallstones, hepatic Disorders, cirrhosis and other conditions. Ursocol SR (UDCA) contains Ursodeoxycholic Acid as an active ingredient. Ursocol SR (UDCA) works by decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile.

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Ursocol SR (UDCA). This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away: pasty stools, itching of skin, rashes, loose motion, diarrhoea, nausea.

Before using Ursocol SR (UDCA), inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not take extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.

Do not take more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Ursocol SR (UDCA), please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.

Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.

Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.