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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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