Description

Ursosan (ursodeoxycholic acid) capsules 250 mg. №50

Ingredients

Active ingredient: Ursodeoxycholic acid 250 mg.
Other ingredients: lactose monohydrate, corn starch, talc, magnesium stearate, gelatin, titanium dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, erythrosine.

Dosage

Adults: The usual dose is 250 mg to 500 mg daily in two to three divided doses. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized dosing instructions.

Indications

Ursosan capsules are indicated for the treatment of gallstones, primary biliary cirrhosis, and cholestasis.

Contraindications

Do not use Ursosan capsules if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, have acute inflammation of the gallbladder, or if you have an obstruction of the bile ducts.

Directions

Take Ursosan capsules orally with food. Swallow the capsules whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the capsules.

Scientific Evidence

Ursodeoxycholic acid, the active ingredient in Ursosan capsules, has been extensively studied for its hepatoprotective and choleretic properties. Research published in the Journal of Hepatology has shown that ursodeoxycholic acid can improve liver function and bile flow in patients with primary biliary cirrhosis.

Additional Information

It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and duration of treatment with Ursosan capsules as directed by your healthcare provider. Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking to avoid potential drug interactions.

Pharmacological Effects: Ursodeoxycholic acid works by reducing the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and by dissolving cholesterol in bile, preventing the formation of gallstones. It also has anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, which can be beneficial in liver diseases.

Clinical Trials: Clinical trials have demonstrated the efficacy of Ursosan capsules in improving liver function tests, reducing cholesterol saturation in bile, and promoting the dissolution of cholesterol gallstones. Patients treated with Ursodeoxycholic acid have shown a decrease in liver enzyme levels and an improvement in symptoms associated with cholestatic liver diseases.