Urso (Ursodiol) – a clinically tested alternative to surgical intrusion in the case with small cholesterol gallstones?

This article is devoted to the problem of curing small gallstones in the gall bladder and the means for non-surgical treatment of the illness - Urso (Ursodiol), a generic drug we offer at our online shop.

There are other medications and methods of curing the above mentioned disease, but we will focus our attention on Urso (Ursodiol).

Physiological background of gallstone disease and medical treatment

Gallstones (choleliths) emerge from bile of the gallbladder, which is hardened into particles or solid material. On early stages of their formation they are not calcified and can be treated without surgical intrusion. During this period they cannot be found by means of X-ray therapy, mostly used technique is ultrasound examination of the of the abdomen. Together with post operative care, this is one of the cases when Urso (Ursodiol) is used. Gallstones can occur in gallbladder or the biliary tract. The substance, promoting the process of gallstones formation is cholesterol. With the increasing of its level and a number of accompanying factors, like deposits of calcium and bile pigments, the risk of gallstone disease considerably grows. Ursodeoxycholic acid lowers cholesterol, targeting at the key cause of the illness.

When the operation can still be avoided, Urso (Ursodiol) can become an effective means in overcoming the illness. The course of treatment may last up to several months, and should not be interrupted. In many cases recurrent gallstones occur after the patients quit taking the drug.

Another cases of using Urso (Ursodiol)

Ursodeoxycholic acid may be helpful for patients with some other diseases, among them are the following: hepatitis (chronic, acute viral), toxic (including alcoholic and medicamental) lesions of liver, primary biliary cirrhosis and fibrocystic disease, primary sclerosing cholangitis, atresia of internal gall tracts. The drug is used for protection during using hormonal contraceptives and cytostatic agents.

Supremely important information to know before using Urso (Ursodiol)

To ensure effective and safe treatment process, tell your doctor or pharmacist familiar about:
— Existing liver problems;
— Existing gall bladder disfunctions;
— Presence of stomach or duodenal ulcer;
— Whether you have any inflammatory condition influencing the small intestine or colon;
— If you have had your bowel partially removed by surgery;
— Your pregnancy, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding;
— All the pills you are taking at the moment, including over the counter pills, herbal or complementary medicines, oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy;
— Being allergic to the components of the drug.

What you should know when using the drug

Follow exactly your doctor’s advice as for the dosage, the period and the schedule of taking the medicine. The pills are taken orally with a plenty of water or with meals without chewing. For dissolving gallstones, as a rule, it is taken once before sleep. For curing primary biliary cirrhosis, the schedule is determined by the doctor. Make your best to avoid doubling the dose, don’t forget to take the drug timely. You can buy the drug any time on our website and refill your medication on time.

Can Urso (Ursodiol) cause problems?

Along with its useful effects the drug may cause undesired side-effects, which usually improve as your organism gets used to the new medication. Ask your doctor’s advice if you should go on taking ursodeoxycholic acid or it’s better to stop this treatment course once you observe the signs of side effects.

The active ingredient or subsidiary components may provoke allergic reaction. Among the known allergic symptoms are: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. The consequences of progressing allergic reaction may be severe. Immediately call emergency and seek for medical help.

Usage of ursodeoxycholic acid is limited for pregnant women, children and breast feeding mothers. Though there is no clinically proved information on possible harm to the pregnant, children and babies through mother’s milk, the drug is prescribed only if clearly needed.

Taking into consideration the interaction of the medicine with other drugs, always consult your doctor before using any other medications simultaneously. Medicines can worsen the absorbance of ursodeoxycholic acid, antacids in particular.

Please pay attention to the following list of drugs. The interaction of Urso (Ursodiol) with them can affect the treatment process:
— antacids that contain aluminum;
— cholestyramine;
— colestipol;
— cyclosporine;
— dapsone.

Do not forget to tell you pharmacist about all the drugs you are currently using.

tore the pills in a safe place, protected from kids, heat, direct sunlight and heat at room temperature.

Having considered all pros and cons and after your doctor’s approval, Urso (Ursodiol) might become the drug that suits best your medical state. You may always order it online in our shop and get your medication as easy as it should be.