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Philurso is used in the treatment of hepatobiliary diseases. The article will provide some information about dosage, side effects and notes when using Philurso.1. What is Philurso?
Philurso drug has main active ingredients including ursodeoxycholic acid, thiamine nitrate, riboflavin. The drug is prepared in the form of a soft capsule, inside containing an orange-yellow liquid. Ursodeoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring acid, present in small amounts in human bile. Ursodeoxycholic acid has the ability to inhibit the synthesis and secretion of cholesterol in the liver, and also inhibit the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine. Thiamine is involved in carbohydrate metabolism. Riboflavin is converted into two coenzymes, flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FMN), which are coenzymes required for tissue respiration. Riboflavin is also required for the activation of pyridoxine, the conversion of tryptophan to niacin, which is involved in the integrity of red blood cells.2. What are the effects of Philurso?
Philurso is indicated for use in the following cases:
Support for the treatment of chronic liver diseases: fatty liver, cirrhosis, viral hepatitis. Support treatment and prevention of hypercholesterolemia, gallstones.
3. How to use Philurso
Philurso is taken orally and after meals. Dosage for adults is 1 tablet x 3 times daily. Patients should note that the above dosage is for reference only. The specific dose for each patient may vary depending on the patient's condition and disease progression.
Patients need to consult a doctor or medical professional to know the appropriate dose for their medical condition.
4. What to do in case of overdose?
Not much is known about Philurso overdose. In case of overdose, serious undesirable effects may or may not occur, depending on the case. However, the patient's liver function should be monitored. In some cases, it may be necessary to use an ion exchange resin to bind bile acids in the intestine.
5. What are the unwanted effects of Philurso?
Like any medicine, Philurso can also cause unwanted effects for patients.
Diarrhea , but also rarely occurs. The drug may increase the pruritus, urticaria when initiating treatment for severe cholestasis. Therefore, the recommended starting dose in these patients is 200 mg/day.
6. Notes of the drug Philurso
Philurso is contraindicated in patients with bile duct obstruction, pregnant and lactating women. Check liver function in patients with severe cirrhosis, hepatocellular insufficiency or severe biliary obstruction During long-term treatment with Philurso, although ursodeoxycholic acid has no carcinogenic effects, rectal monitoring is still recommended. For patients treated for gallstones, treatment efficacy should be checked by imaging after 6 months of administration. Medicines containing the excipient glycerin may cause stomach upset and diarrhea. Also contains sorbitol excipients, so caution should be exercised in patients with poor tolerance to sorbitol. Ability to drive and use machines: There are no reports of the effect of Philurso on the ability to drive and use machines. Pregnancy: According to information from the manufacturer, Philurso is contraindicated for pregnant women. Lactation: The drug is contraindicated in lactating women. Some medicines when taken with Philurso can reduce the effectiveness of the drug. Therefore, patients should inform their doctor or pharmacist of all medications or supplements they are taking.
In summary, Philurso is commonly used in the treatment of hepatobiliary diseases. The drug does not cause many dangerous side effects. However, patients should not abuse the drug, but should consult a medical professional.
