Urso
This product is designed to support liver health in primary biliary cholangitis and is indicated to address the presence of specific gallstones.
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Ursodeoxycholic Acid
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 150 · 300mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Prescription rules on Urso vary by country.
Urso details
- Conditions
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis · Dissolution of Gallstones
- Alternative names
- Ursofalk
- Therapeutic class
- Bile acid preparation
- Pharmacological class
- Ursodeoxycholic acid
- Precautions and warnings
- regular monitoring of liver enzymes required; diarrhoea may occur
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; stool softening; abdominal ache
- Moderate side effects
- elevated liver enzymes; urticaria
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Originator
- Dr Falk Pharma
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- Continuous
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- antacids containing aluminium; cholestyramine; oestrogens
- Age restrictions
- Suitable for adults.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to bile acids; acute inflammation of gallbladder; biliary obstruction; non-functioning gallbladder
Serious side effects
decompensated cirrhosis, requires immediate medical attention; allergic reaction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This product is designed to support liver health in primary biliary cholangitis and is indicated to address the presence of specific gallstones.
Mechanism of action
Ursodeoxycholic acid is a naturally occurring bile acid that decreases the cholesterol content of bile by suppressing hepatic synthesis and secretion of cholesterol and inhibiting intestinal absorption. It promotes the dissolution of cholesterol gallstones and helps protect liver cells.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as safety data is limited.
What you will receive
Urso is the originator brand name, made by Dr Falk Pharma. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Dr Falk Pharma and do not ship the original Urso.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Ursodeoxycholic Acid) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Urso
Urso is a formulation of Ursodeoxycholic Acid for patients managing Primary Biliary Cholangitis and the dissolution of gallstones. The same active ingredient is also sold as Ursofalk. This medication is supplied as a tablet in 150mg and 300mg strengths, providing a consistent option for those following a regular treatment plan.
Buying Urso online
Urso is registered across 14 markets, including Japan, the UAE and Singapore, with availability also in Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia. As a frequently ordered solution for biliary health across the region, it supports expats in maintaining consistent treatment far from home. Generic Ursodeoxycholic Acid is often more affordable than the original brand, providing a reliable and accessible option for those managing these specific conditions abroad.