Actigall

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Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for Actigall

Uses
Urosodial is used to prevent and treat the formation of certain types of gallstones or for liver disease (biliary cirrhosis).

Notes

A special diet may be prescribed to help reduce the formation of new gallstones.
Follow the diet closely.
Laboratory tests may be performed to monitor therapy.
Do not share this medication with others.

Storage

Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight.
Do not store in the bathroom.

Actigall

How To Use

Take this medication exactly as directed.
It is important to take each dose and not to skip doses.
Do not increase the dose or take it more often than prescribed as side effects can result.
Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Side Effects

This medication may cause diarrhea, severe stomach pains especially in the upper right side, nausea or vomiting.
Notify your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
Other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, gas, headache, tiredness, trouble sleeping, dry or itchy skin, sweating, thinning of the hair, cough, runny nose, metal taste in the mouth, muscle pain, nervousness or depression.
These effects may disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
If they continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of liver disease and of any allergies you may have.
Before using this drug, notify your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is unknown if ursodiol is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

Take any missed dose as soon as possible or double the next dose and resume your regular schedule.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially estrogen hormones, birth control pills, medication to reduce cholesterol levels such as cholestyramine, clofibrate, colestipol, aluminum antacids or sucralfate.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.