URSOFT TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called biliary agents or gallstone dissolution agents. These agents are used to treat gallstones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in the bile, and children above 6 years old with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. 

URSOFT TABLET contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. URSOFT TABLET helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gallbladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. URSOFT TABLET has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused by toxic bile acids and improves liver function.

Take URSOFT TABLET with food. You are advised to take URSOFT TABLET as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, rash, dizziness, indigestion and weakness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor before taking URSOFT TABLET if you have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Do not take URSOFT TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. URSOFT TABLET can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with URSOFT TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

URSOFT TABLET contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally occurring bile acid. It belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agent or gallstone dissolution agents used to treat gallstones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile children above 6 years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis. URSOFT TABLET breaks down the cholesterol that has formed into gall bladder stones, thereby dissolving the stones. URSOFT TABLET has a protective effect on the liver cells and the immune system, thereby improving liver function. URSOFT TABLET decreases the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver and absorbed by the intestine. In patients with primary biliary cirrhosis, URSOFT TABLET increases the bile flow.

• Abdominal discomfort
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Fever
• Cough
• Rash
• Dizziness
• Indigestion
• Black or tarry stools
• Frequent and painful urination
• Weakness

Do not take URSOFT TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have inflammation of gall bladder and bile ducts, narrowing or blockage of bile ducts, biliary colic, calcified gallstones, improper constriction of the gallbladder, gastric or duodenal ulcer. Inform your doctor before taking URSOFT TABLET if you have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking URSOFT TABLET with other medicines as URSOFT TABLET might reduce the absorption of antibiotics (ciprofloxacin and dapsone) and antihypertensive agents (nitrendipine), increase the effect of immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), oral contraceptives (oestrogen) and cholesterol-lowering agents (clofibrate) might promote the formation of gallstones. Do not take URSOFT TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. URSOFT TABLET can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with URSOFT TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

• Include foods such as bell peppers, citrus fruits, leafy vegetables, tomatoes, milk, fish, low-fat dairy, beans, nuts, lentils, tofu and tempeh in your diet.
• Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, which includes fruits and vegetables.
• Foods rich in vitamins B and C and calcium are good for the gallbladder.
• Plant-based protein foods such as beans, nuts, lentils, tofu and tempeh help prevent gallbladder disease.
• Avoid high-fat, trans-fat and processed foods.
• White bread, white pasta and sugars should be avoided.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption.