Actigall (Ursodiol)

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A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.

The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.

Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.

Description

ACTIGALL (Ursodiol) is a medication prescribed for a variety of uses, including the treatment and prevention of gallstones.

The gallbladder produces bile, which is a digestive fluid that helps to metabolize fats and fatty acids. Gallstones are hardened deposits of bile that form in the gallbladder. They may be present without causing symptoms but can cause symptoms when they block the bile duct.

ACTIGALL works in the liver and reduces the amount of cholesterol that it releases. By decreasing cholesterol secretion, bile is less likely to form into bile stones.

Fact Table

Formula

C24H40O4

License

US FDA, EU EMA

Bioavailability

-

Legal status

Rx-Only

Chemical Name

Ursodiol

Elimination half-life

Not Available

Dosage (Strength)

300mg

Pregnancy

Consult Doctor

Brands

Actigall, Urso

Protein binding

70%

PubChem CID

31401

MedlinePlus

a699047

ChEBI

9907

ATC code

A05AA02

DrugBank

DB01586

KEGG

D00734

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

Take ACTIGALL exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

If you are taking ACTIGALL for gallstone prevention, take 300 mg by mouth twice daily.

If you are taking ACTIGALL for gallstone treatment, take 8-10 mg/kg/day in two or three divided doses. Your healthcare provider will calculate the correct dosage.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in ACTIGALL is ursodiol.

Ursodiol is the name of ACTIGALL generic.

Interactions

ACTIGALL has many drug interactions. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following:

  • Aluminum hydroxide
  • Bile acid sequestrants
  • Estrogen products (oral contraceptives)
  • Fibric acid derivatives
  • Nitrendipine
  • Sincalide

Cautions

Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease before taking ACTIGALL. If so, your liver will need to be monitored during the first 3 months of treatment and every 6 months thereafter.

It may take several months of therapy for gallstones to dissolve if ACTIGALL is being used for dissolution.

Side Effects

Common adverse effects from ACTIGALL may include:

  • Alopecia
  • Arthritis
  • Back pain
  • Bronchitis
  • Cholecystitis
  • Constipation
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Dyspepsia
  • Headache
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Hypersensitivity reaction
  • Increased kidney enzymes
  • Leukopenia
  • Musculoskeletal pain
  • Nausea
  • Peptic ulcer
  • Pharyngitis
  • Skin rash
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Viral infection
  • Vomiting

If you are looking for a low ACTIGALL cost, you can buy ACTIGALL online from Canada Drugs Direct with a valid prescription from your doctor.

References

Actigall [package insert]. Madison, NJ: Allergan; 2018.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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