Reltone (Oral)
Ursodiolcapsulesare used to dissolve small gallstones that cannot be removed with surgery, or to prevent gallstones that may occur during rapid weight loss. Ursodiol will not dissolve calcified gallstones.
Ursodioltabletsare used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis, an autoimmune disorder that causes progressive destruction of the bile ducts in your liver.
Ursodiol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What isReltone (Oral)used for?
- Biliary Cirrhosis
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstone Ileus
- Cholelithiasis with Obstruction
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Cholelithiasis with Acute Cholecystitis
- Cholelithiasis w/ Acute Cholecystitis and Obstruction
- Gallbladder Obstruction w/o Calculus
- Gallbladder Fistula
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutReltone (Oral)?
You should not use ursodiol if you are allergic to it, or if you have an obstruction in your liver or gallbladder.
Tell your doctor if:
- you have been coughing up blood; or
- you have gained weight rapidly, especially in your face and midsection.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofReltone (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction:hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:
- pain or burning when you urinate;
- liver problems--nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
- signs of a new infection--sudden weakness or ill feeling, fever, chills, sore throat, mouth sores, skin sores, trouble swallowing.
Common side effects may include:
- upset stomach, nausea, vomiting;
- diarrhea, constipation;
- cough, sore throat;
- painful urination;
- hair loss; or
- back pain.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeReltone (Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingReltone (Oral)?
Ask your doctor before taking an antacid, and take only the type your doctor recommends.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeReltone (Oral)?
UseReltone (Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take the ursodioltabletwith food.
You may need to break a tablet in half to get your correct dose.
Swallow each tablet piece whole with a glass of water. A broken tablet may have a bitter taste.
After breaking atablet, keep it separate from the whole tablets and use it within 28 days after breaking.
Use ursodiol regularly for the best results.
Doses are based on weight. Your dose may change if you gain or lose weight.
You may need medical tests, including gallbladder ultrasound exams and blood tests to check your liver function. You may also need liver function tests every 6 months after you stop using ursodiol.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
To treat gallstones, you may have to take ursodiol for several months. Some gallstones may not completely dissolve, and you may develop new gallstones within 5 years after treatment. Ask your doctor about your risk.
Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
吃药就可以,但跳过missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.Do nottake two doses at one time.
Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.