Ursosan
Ursosan tablets help dissolve certain types of gallstones, treat specific liver diseases, and manage liver issues related to cystic fibrosis.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
400 mg
Active Ingredient
Ursodeoxycholic acid
Manufacturer
Pro.Med.Cs Praha a.s.
How to Use
Dosage
The typical dose is about 10 mg of ursodeoxycholic acid per kg of body weight daily, but it can vary based on your condition and weight, so always follow your doctor's instructions.
Method
Swallow the tablets whole with water or another liquid. For some conditions, you take them in the evening; for others, multiple times a day. Take your medicine regularly. Tablets can be divided.
Important
The maximum daily dose can be up to 30 mg per kg of body weight, divided into several doses, as directed by your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Soft stools, loose stools or diarrhea.
RARE
- •Severe upper right-sided abdominal pain and worsening of liver scarring (this may improve after stopping treatment).
- •Gallstones becoming hard (calcified).
- •Hives (itchy rash).
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to ursodeoxycholic acid or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not take if you have acute inflammation of the gallbladder or bile ducts, or a blockage in your bile ducts.
- Do not take if you often have severe cramp-like pain in your upper abdomen (gallstone colic).
- Do not take if your doctor has told you that you have calcified gallstones or problems with your gallbladder contracting.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you get diarrhea, as your dose may need to be lowered or treatment stopped.
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- Do not use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Women of childbearing age should use reliable non-hormonal contraception.
- Ursosan is not suitable for children under 6 years due to the tablet strength.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. (updated 10.11.2025)