Udarin

Udarin Dosage/Direction for Use

ursodeoxycholic acid

Manufacturer:

Nucare Labs

Distributor:

ECE Pharma

Marketer:

4Life Healthcare
Full Prescribing Info
Dosage/Direction for Use
Ursodeoxycholic tablets are for oral administration.
To be taken with a drink of water.
Primary Biliary Cirrhosis: Adults and Elderly: 10 - 15 mg Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) per kg per day in two to four divided doses.
Children: Dosage should be related to bodyweight.
Dissolution of gallstones: Adults and Elderly: The usual dose is 6 - 12 mg/kg/day either as a single night time dose or in divided doses. This may be increased to 15 mg/kg/day in obese patients, if necessary.
The duration of treatment may be up to two years, depending on the size of the stone(s), and should be continued for three months after the apparent dissolution of the stone(s).
Children: Dosage should be related to bodyweight.
Pediatric population: Children with cystic fibrosis aged 6 years to less than 18 years: 20 mg/kg/day in 2-3 divided doses, with further increase to 30 mg/kg/day if necessary.