Common Nausea, Rash, Hair loss, Itching, Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Bilefix Tablet
Bilefix should be taken preferably after meals. Do not take antacids that contain aluminum while you are taking the Bilefix. This is because antacids decrease the amount of Bilefix absorbed by the body. Notify your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Q. What is Bilefix?
Bilefix is a bile acid, a chemical substance present naturally in the body and it helps to control the amount of cholesterol in the blood. It is used to dissolve gallstones in a functioning gallbladder.

Q. Is Bilefix safe?
Bilefix is generally well tolerated and safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your physician/ doctor.

Q. How does Bilefix work for primary biliary cirrhosis?
Bilefix works for primary biliary cirrhosis by decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile so that it does not form stones.

Q. Does Bilefix cause weight gain/ weight loss?
No effect of Bilefix has been mentioned on the weight. Please consult your physician/ doctor in case you experience weight gain or weight loss while taking this drug.

Q. How does Bilefix works for primary biliary cirrhosis/obstructive cholestasis?
Bilefix works by decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile so that it cannot form stones.

Q. Is Bilefix effective for the treatment of gall stones?
Yes, Bilefix is effective for the treatment of radiolucent gallstones made of cholesterol in a functioning gallbladder.

Q. What is Bilefix used for?
Bilefix is used for dissolving radiolucent gallstones made of cholesterol in a functioning gallbladder and for the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis.

Q. How does Bilefix work in obstetric cholestasis?
Bilefix helps in improving pruritus and liver function in women with obstetric cholestasis. Always consult your physician before taking Bilefix as there is limited data available on the use of Bilefix during pregnancy. This must not be used during pregnancy unless clearly indicated.

Q. What does Bilefix do?
Bilefix decreases the production of cholesterol and dissolves the cholesterol in bile so that it does not form gallstones.

Q. Is Bilefix a steroid?
No, Bilefix is not a steroid.