Ursodiol (Ursodeoxycholic acid (Actigall, Urso))
Drug Class: Bile acid therapy
Bile acid medication used to dissolve gallstones, treat primary biliary cholangitis, and protect the liver. Works by reducing cholesterol absorption and improving bile flow.
Nutrients That Ursodiol May Deplete
Long-term use of Ursodiol has been associated with lower levels of the following nutrients. This pattern data is surfaced by WePattern's clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin K
Common Side Effects of Ursodiol
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Hair loss