Uses, Side Effects, Price of MINOLIV UD 300 Tablet 10's

MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET contains Ursodeoxycholic Acid that belongs to the group of medicines called Hepatoprotective agents. It is used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis (damage of bile ducts in the liver leading to build up of bile).

MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET is also used to dissolve small gallstones which are not visible on X-ray (less than 15mm diameter) in patients with a functioning gall bladder. Gallstones are hardened deposits mostly made up of cholesterol that can form in the gallbladder and can cause sharp, intense pain in the upper right part of the abdomen.

MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET can also be used for liver disease associated with cystic fibrosis in children aged 6 to less than 18 years. Cystic fibrosis is a disease that affects the cells that produce mucus, sweat, and digestive juices and causes these fluids to become thick and sticky resulting in plugged-up tubes, ducts, and passageways.

During or while the treatment with MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET, your doctor might ask you to get several diagnostic tests done such as a liver function test and gall bladder scan.

MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having an allergy to bile acids, calcified gallstones, inflammation of the gallbladder or the bile ducts, blockage of the common bile duct or cystic duct, frequent cramp-like pains in the upper abdomen, low bile flow in children or improper function of the gall bladder. MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET should be used with caution in patients having liver diseases.

USES OF MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET:

Treats,

• Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC).
• Gallstones (not visible on X-ray in patients with a functioning gall bladder).
• Liver disease associated with cystic fibrosis in children aged 6 to 18 years.

HOW MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET WORKS:

• MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET helps in reducing raised liver enzyme levels by increasing the bile flow through the liver and protecting liver cells. MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET is concentrated in bile and decreases biliary cholesterol by suppressing the formation of new cholesterol by inhibiting its intestinal absorption. The reduced cholesterol levels lead to the gradual solubilization of cholesterol from gallstones, resulting in their dissolution.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET:

RARE

Stop taking MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• Persistent diarrhoea.

FAQs:

Q1 Why is MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET prescribed? MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET is used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC), to dissolve cholesterol gallstones, and treat liver disease associated with cystic fibrosis in children aged 6 to 18 years.

Q2 Do I need to undergo any diagnostic tests before or while getting treated with MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET? During or while the treatment with MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET, your doctor might ask you to get several diagnostic tests done such as a liver function test and gall bladder scan.

Q3 Can I stop taking MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET on my own? Do not stop taking MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET unless advised by your doctor. Your doctor might advise you on how long you should continue to take MINOLIV UD 300 TABLET. From time to time, you will need to consult your doctor to review your treatment and assess your symptoms.