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

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

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

Q. How does Hepsodil work for primary biliary cirrhosis?
Hepsodil 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 Hepsodil cause weight gain/ weight loss?
No effect of Hepsodil 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 Hepsodil works for primary biliary cirrhosis/obstructive cholestasis?
Hepsodil works by decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving the cholesterol in bile so that it cannot form stones.

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

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

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

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

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