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Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Urso (ursodiol) is used to treat small gallstones in people who cannot have gallbladder surgery, and to prevent gallstones in overweight patients undergoing rapid weight loss. Urso is also used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC). It is a bile acid. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, back pain, hair loss, or cough.
The recommended adult dosage for Urso in the treatment of PBC is 13-15 mg/kg/day administered in two to four divided doses with food. Dosing regimen should be adjusted according to each patient's need at the discretion of the physician. Urso may interact with cholestyramine, colestipol, estrogens (birth control pills or hormone replacement), or antacids that contain aluminum (such as Rolaids, Mylanta, or Maalox). Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. During pregnancy, Urso should be used only when prescribed. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Our Urso (ursodiol) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.
What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
URSO 250® and URSO Forte® (urso (ursodiol) diol) tablets are indicated for the treatment of patients with primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC).
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side ef...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication exactly as directed by your doctor.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often without your doctor's approval. Your condition will not improve any faster, and the risk of serious side effect...
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