Fytodiol 300mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ursodeoxycholic Acid (300mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Syntonic Lifesciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Fytodiol 300mg Tablet 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. Fytodiol 300mg Tablet should be swallowed whole after a meal and with a glass of milk or water. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and your body weight. Take it regularly to get maximum benefit and keep taking it for as long as prescribed (several months or longer). Keep taking it even if your symptoms disappear. This medicine's most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, hair loss, itching, nausea, and rash. Not everyone gets these side effects. If you are worried about them or they do not go away, let your doctor know. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have an inflammation of the gallbladder or bile ducts, you get frequent cramp-like pain in your upper abdomen, you have been coughing up blood or you have gained weight rapidly. Using this medicine can reduce or increase the effect of some other medicines so tell your doctor all other medicines you are taking. Women should discontinue hormonal birth control pills as they can increase the production of gallstones. During the treatment, you may need ultrasound scans or frequent blood tests to check your liver function.
Fytodiol 300mg Tablet is a hepatoprotective medication. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol in the blood and helps dissolve gallbladder stones that are composed mainly of cholesterol. It also improves liver enzymes, protects liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids, and improves liver function.
When should I take Fytodiol 300mg Tablet?
The timing of Fytodiol 300mg Tablet intake may vary based on individual medical condition. Your doctor might advise you to take two to three doses daily, with the final dose taken before bedtime. This medication can be consumed with water or milk, either before or after meals. When prescribed for gallstones, it's typically taken once daily at night. Ideally, the doses should be taken at intervals of six hours (e.g., 8 am, 2 pm, and 8 pm).
Is Fytodiol 300mg Tablet safe?
Fytodiol 300mg Tablet is generally considered a safe and effective medication. However, it may cause some common side effects like diarrhea. If experiencing diarrhea, your doctor may adjust the dose, and in case of persistent symptoms, treatment might need to be discontinued. Additionally, long-term use may affect liver enzyme levels. To monitor this, your doctor will regularly monitor liver enzyme levels during treatment. Despite these minor side effects, Fytodiol 300mg Tablet is deemed a good alternative to surgical intervention for some patients with gallstones.
How does Fytodiol 300mg Tablet help the liver?
Fytodiol 300mg Tablet works by impacting the liver and concentrating in bile produced by the liver. This, in turn, inhibits the liver's production of cholesterol, thereby reducing cholesterol levels within the bile. Additionally, it blocks the intestines from absorbing both bile salts and cholesterol. Consequently, reduced cholesterol saturation within the bile leads to a gradual dissolving of cholesterol from gallstones, resulting in their shrinking and eventual dissolution. Moreover, this medication promotes better bile flow through the liver, effectively protecting liver cells.
Does Fytodiol 300mg Tablet cause weight gain?
There is a potential for weight gain when using Fytodiol 300mg Tablet, although it's not widespread. It can lead to increased weight if prescribed to individuals with liver disease related to chronic bile stasis in the small bile ducts of the liver. In this condition, bile cannot flow from the liver to the small intestine. The likelihood of experiencing weight gain varies based on individual cases and medical conditions. Consult your doctor if you observe any significant weight changes.
What should I avoid while taking Fytodiol 300mg Tablet?
When taking Fytodiol 300mg Tablet, avoid consuming antacid preparations without consulting your doctor as they may reduce the medication's effectiveness. Additionally, refrain from taking medications like cholestyramine or colestipol, as these can negatively impact Fytodiol 300mg Tablet's efficacy. Therefore, it's crucial to consult your doctor regarding the appropriate timing intervals between Fytodiol 300mg Tablet and these medications. It is also essential to avoid taking oral contraceptives, estrogenic hormones, and blood cholesterol-lowering agents like clofibrate as they may increase the likelihood of gallstones and act in opposition to Fytodiol 300mg Tablet.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fytodiol 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Take Fytodiol 300mg Tablet after a meal with a glass of milk or water
- Eat a healthy diet
- Exercise regularly
- Avoid alcohol intake
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Hair loss
- Itching
- Nausea
- Rash
Alcohol
Fytodiol 300mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeed
Fytodiol 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Fytodiol 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
