CANHEP - 300

Ursodeoxycholic Acid is used to dissolve certain gallstones and prevent them from forming. It is also used to treat a type of liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis. It helps break down the cholesterol that has converted into stones in your gallbladder thereby dissolving the stones.

May Treat: Primary biliary cirrhosis · Gallbladder stones

CANHEP-300 is prescribed for Cholestatic Liver Disorders. Ursodeoxycholic Acid acts on the liver and gets concentrated in the bile secreted from the liver. This, as a result, suppresses the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol by the liver, thereby decreasing the cholesterol levels in bile. This medicine also acts by stopping the intestines from absorbing the bile salts and cholesterol. So, the reduced cholesterol saturation in the bile from the liver leads to the gradual dissolving of cholesterol from gallstones, leading to a decrease in size and their eventual dissolution. It also reduces elevated liver enzyme levels by increasing the bile flow through the liver, hence protecting the liver cells. 

Dose alteration should only be administered as per the guidance of the Physician.

Pregnancy:  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Ursodeoxycholic Acid is probably safe to use during pregnancy. However, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation:  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Ursodeoxycholic Acid is probably safe to use during lactation.

Alcohol:  UNSAFE - Ursodeoxycholic Acid may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Driving:  SAFE - Ursodeoxycholic Acid does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Addiction Warning:  Not known to be addictive.

Liver Warning:  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information on the use of Ursodeoxycholic Acid in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney Warning:  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information on the use of Ursodeoxycholic Acid in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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