Ursodiol — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: 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 is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its 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
Key Drug Interactions — Ursodiol
Ursodiol has 6 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Cholestyramine
- Colestipol
- Aluminum-based antacids
- Estrogens
- Oral contraceptives
- Cyclosporine
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ursodiol deplete nutrients?
Yes. Ursodiol has been associated with depletion of Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Ursodiol deplete?
Ursodiol is associated with lower levels of: Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Ursodiol?
Common side effects associated with Ursodiol include: Diarrhea; Constipation; Nausea; Abdominal pain; Headache.