What is Ursofalk used for?

Ursofalk tablets are used: for the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) a condition where the bile ducts in the liver become damaged leading to a build-up of bile. This may cause scarring of the liver (cirrhosis of the liver). The liver should not be so damaged that it is not functioning properly.

How effective is Ursofalk?

The efficiency of Ursofalk in treating radio-opaque or partially radio-opaque gallstones has not been tested but these are generally thought to be less soluble than radiolucent stones. Non-cholesterol stones account for 10-15% of radiolucent stones and may not be dissolved by bile acids.

How long should Ursofalk be taken?

The results of therapy should be monitored by ultrasonography or X-ray every 6 months. For the treatment of biliary reflux gastritis, Ursodeoxycholic acid (Ursofalk) should normally be taken for 10-14 days. The attending physician will decide how long treatment should be continued.

How does Ursofalk work?

Ursodeoxycholic acid is a bile acid which is produced naturally by the body. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol released by your liver and by slowly dispersing the cholesterol. This breaks up the stones. Some ursodeoxycholic acid preparations can also help to treat primary biliary cholangitis.

What does ursodiol do for the liver?

Ursodiol is a bile acid that decreases the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestines. Ursodiol helps break down cholesterol that has formed into stones in the gallbladder. Ursodiol also increases bile flow in patients with primary biliary cirrhosis.

How long does it take for ursodiol to start working?

This medication should take effect within 1 to 2 days; however, effects may not be visibly obvious and therefore laboratory tests may need to be done to evaluate this medication’s effectiveness.

How long does it take for ursodiol to dissolve gallstones?

During treatment with ursodiol for dissolution of gallstones, symptoms of biliary distress began to improve after three to six weeks.

How long can you take ursodiol?

This medication must be taken for months to have an effect. If you are taking ursodiol capsules to dissolve gall stones, you may need to take ursodiol for up to 2 years.

Can I stop taking ursodeoxycholic acid?

Do not stop taking Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablets without first checking with your doctor. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Like all medicines, Ursodeoxycholic Acid Tablets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Does ursodiol help liver enzymes?

In addition, ursodiol has been shown to decrease serum enzyme elevations in a large number of cholestatic liver diseases including primary biliary cirrhosis, the cholestasis of pregnancy, and parenteral nutrition associated liver disease.