Ursodeoxycholic acid is a naturally-occurring bile acid. Small amounts are found in human bile.

It is used to dissolve gallstones caused by excess cholesterol in the gall bladder, for the treatment of a condition where the bile ducts in the liver become damaged (primary biliary cirrhosis).

Do not take  if:

·         you are allergic to ursodeoxycholic acid or to any of the other ingredients

·         your gall bladder does not work properly

·         you have gallstones that are visible on an x-ray

·         you have acute inflammation of the gall bladder or biliary tract

·         you have an obstruction of the biliary tract

·         you suffer from frequent cramp-like pains in the upper abdomen (biliary colic).

Things to Tell Your Doctor. If you:

·         are taking any blood cholesterol lowering agents such as clofibrate or medicines that contain oestrogen

·         are taking or have recently taken any other medicines

·         are pregnant or lactating mother

What to do if you missed a dose?

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Most common side effects?

The most common side effects observed are:

Diarrhoea, hardening of gallstones, urticaria