Ursodiol is indicated for the dissolution of gallstones formed by cholesterol or gallbladder or vesicular canal stones and for the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis, in addition, this remedy is also indicated for the treatment of symptoms of abdominal pain, acidity and full stomach sensation.related to gallbladder problems and for the treatment of bile disorders.
This drug has in its composition ursodesoxycholic acid, an acid naturally present in human bile, which increases the ability of bile to solubilise cholesterol, thus dissolving cholesterol-formed stones.Ursodiol can also be known commercially as Ursacol.
The price of ursodiol varies between 150 and 220 reais and can be purchased from pharmacies or online stores.
It is generally recommended to take doses ranging from 300 to 600 mg per day, depending on the instructions given by your doctor.
Side effects of ursodiol may include soft stools, diarrhea, abdominal pain, biliary cirrhosis or hives.
This remedy is contraindicated for patients with peptic ulcer, inflammatory bowel disease, frequent gallstones, acute inflammation of the gallbladder, occlusion of the gallbladder, contractility of the gallbladder or calcified gallstones, and for patients allergic to an allergy to ursodesoxycholic acid or any of the components of the formula.
Also, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding or have lactose intolerance, you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment.