UDOSIS 1000

About

UDOSIS 1000 contains Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA), a naturally occurring bile acid. UDCA works by reducing the cholesterol content of bile, thereby preventing the formation of cholesterol gallstones and gradually dissolving existing ones. It also has cytoprotective effects on hepatocytes and cholangiocytes, protecting them from the toxic effects of hydrophobic bile acids. Furthermore, UDCA modulates immune responses and improves bile flow. This high-dose formulation is primarily used in the management of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic autoimmune liver disease, where it helps to improve liver function tests, reduce symptoms like pruritus, and slow disease progression. It can also be used for the dissolution of small to medium-sized cholesterol gallstones in patients who are not candidates for surgery, offering a non-invasive treatment option.

Uses

• Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)
• Dissolution of cholesterol gallstones
• Cholestatic liver diseases
• Cystic Fibrosis-associated liver disease

Directions For Use

Take as directed by your physician, usually with food. The dosage and frequency depend on the condition being treated.

Benefits

• Dissolves cholesterol gallstones
• Improves liver function in PBC
• Reduces symptoms like pruritus
• Protects liver cells from damage
• Slows progression of certain liver diseases
• Enhances bile flow

Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Skin rash
• Pruritus (can be a symptom of underlying disease)
• Hair thinning (rare)
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Allergic reactions (rare)

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Alcohol can worsen liver conditions; it is strongly advised to avoid or significantly limit alcohol consumption.
• Pregnancy - Consult your doctor. Use only if clearly needed and the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
• Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor. UDCA is minimally excreted into breast milk; generally considered safe but use with caution.
• Liver - Used to treat liver conditions, but monitor liver function tests regularly. Not for use in acute cholecystitis or severe liver failure.
• Kidney - Generally considered safe in kidney disease, but consult your doctor for severe impairment.
• Lung - No specific contraindications related to lung conditions, but discuss all medical history with your doctor.

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