PRODUCT DETAILS

About Otraliv 300 Tablet

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agents or gall stone dissolution agents used to treat gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile and children above 6years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. 

Uses of Otraliv 300 Tablet

Gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis and biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis.

Medicinal Benefits of Otraliv 300 Tablet

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally-occurring bile acid. It belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agent or gall stone dissolution agents used to treat gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile children above 6 years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID breaks down the cholesterol that has formed into gall bladder stones, thereby dissolves the stones. URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID has a protective effect on the liver cells and the immune system, thereby improving liver function. URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID decreases the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestine. In patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID increases the bile flow.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Side Effects of Otraliv 300 Tablet

• Abdominal discomfort
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Fever
• Cough
• Rash
• Dizziness
• Indigestion
• Black or tarry stools
• Frequent and painful urination
• Weakness

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have inflammation of gall bladder and bile ducts, narrowing or blockage bile ducts, biliary colic, calcified gallstones, improper constriction of the gallbladder, gastric or duodenal ulcer. Inform your doctor before taking URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID if you have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID with other medicines as URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), increase the effect of immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), oral contraceptives (oestrogen) and cholesterol-lowering agents (clofibrate) might promote the formation of gallstones. Do not take URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID may have interaction with antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone), antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), hormone (oestrogen), antacids (aluminium hydroxide, aluminium carbonate, magaldrate).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Inform your doctor if you have biliary obstruction and liver impairment, variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID as it may cause increased dizziness and liver damage.

PREGNANCY

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

Consult your doctor before taking URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID; your doctor will decide whether URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID does not affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised to be cautious while driving if you experience dizziness.

LIVER

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.