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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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