Review the side-effects of Ursodiol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Ursodiol
Ursodiol(Actigall and Urso) generic is a bile acid, prescribed for dissolving gallstones. It helps to dissolve the stone by reducing the amount of cholesterol released by liver into bile.Trade Names for Ursodiol
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