Background:

HEPZU™ 300 Micronized contains Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA), a hepatoprotective agent. It is used to dissolve cholesterol gallstones and manage various liver-related disorders such as primary biliary cirrhosis, primary sclerosing cholangitis, and intrahepatic cholestasis.

Description

Ursodeoxycholic Acid 300 mg Tablets

Indications:

  • Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (PBC)
  • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
  • Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP)
  • Prevention and dissolution of cholesterol gallstones

Mechanism of Action:

  • UDCA facilitates bile flow and protects hepatocytes, reducing elevated liver enzyme levels.
  • Concentrates in bile to reduce biliary cholesterol by:
    1. Suppressing hepatic cholesterol synthesis and secretion
    2. Inhibiting intestinal absorption of cholesterol
  • Decreases cholesterol saturation, leading to gradual gallstone dissolution.

Key Features:

  • Micronized UDCA ensures improved absorption and enhanced bioavailability for better clinical outcomes.
  • Delays progression of PBC, reducing the need for liver transplantation.
  • In PSC patients, high-dose UDCA (25–30 mg/kg/day) improves liver function and Mayo risk scores.
  • Safe in pregnancy: Improves itching and liver function in ICP without affecting fetoplacental estrogen production.
  • Alternative to cholecystectomy in non-calcified gallstones.
  • Effective in non-diabetic, non-cirrhotic Indian NAFLD as an alternative to Vitamin E.
  • Well-tolerated with minimal side effects reported.

Dosage:

As directed by the physician.

Presentation:

Available as a Alu-Alu strip of 10 tablets:
HEPZU 300 mg Micronized

Storage:

Store in a cool, dry place.
Protect from light and moisture.

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