Actigall
- Generic Name: ursodiol, usp capsules
- Brand Name: Actigall
Actigall (Ursodiol, USP Capsules) side effects drug center
Actigall Side Effects Center
What Is Actigall?
Actigall (ursodiol) is a bile acid used for patients with radiolucent, noncalcified gallbladder stones < 20 mm in greatest diameter in whom elective cholecystectomy would be undertaken except for the presence of increased surgical risk due to systemic disease, advanced age, idiosyncratic reaction to general anesthesia, or for those patients who refuse surgery. Actigall is also used for the prevention of gallstone formation in obese patients experiencing rapid weight loss. Actigall is available in generic form.
What Are Side Effects of Actigall?
Common side effects of Actigall include stomach upset or pain, indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, back pain, hair loss, cough, headache, cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat), itching or rash, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, muscle or joint pain, or insomnia.
Dosage for Actigall
The recommended dose for Actigall treatment of radiolucent gallbladder stones is 8-10 mg/kg/day given in 2 or 3 divided doses.
What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Actigall?
Actigall may interact with cholestyramine and colestipol, aluminum-based antacids, estrogens, oral contraceptives, clofibrate, and other lipid-lowering drugs. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.
Actigall During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Actigall is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Additional Information
Our Actigall (ursodiol) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
Actigall Consumer Information
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- liver problems--nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
- signs of a new infection--sudden weakness or ill feeling, fever, chills, sore throat, mouth sores, skin sores, trouble swallowing.
Common side effects may include:
- headache, dizziness;
- mild stomach pain or discomfort;
- nausea, diarrhea, constipation;
- cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat;
- hair loss; or
- mild itching or rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Read the entire detailed patient monograph for Actigall (Ursodiol, USP Capsules)
Actigall Professional Information
SIDE EFFECTS
The nature and frequency of adverse experiences were similar across all groups.
The following tables provide comprehensive listings of the adverse experiences reported that occurred with a 5% incidence level:
GALLSTONE DISSOLUTION
| Ursodiol 8 -10 mg/kg/day (N = 155) |
Placebo (N= 159) |
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| N | % | N | % | |
| Body as a Whole | ||||
| Allergy | 8 | (5.2) | 7 | (4.4) |
| Chest Pain | 5 | (3.2) | 10 | (6.3) |
| Fatigue | 7 | (4.5) | 8 | (5.0) |
| Infection Viral | 30 | (19.4) | 41 | (25.8) |
| Digestive System | ||||
| Abdominal Pain | 67 | (43.2) | 70 | (44.0) |
| Cholecystitis | 8 | (5.2) | 7 | (4.4) |
| Constipation | 15 | (9.7) | 14 | (8.8) |
| Diarrhea | 42 | (27.1) | 34 | (21.4) |
| Dyspepsia | 26 | (16.8) | 18 | (11.3) |
| Flatulence | 12 | (7.7) | 12 | (7.5) |
| Gastrointestinal Disorder | 6 | (3.9) | 8 | (5.0) |
| Nausea | 22 | (14.2) | 27 | (17.0) |
| Vomiting | 15 | (9.7) | 11 | (6.9) |
| Musculoskeletal System | ||||
| Arthralgia | 12 | (7.7) | 24 | (15.1) |
| Arthritis | 9 | (5.8) | 4 | (2.5) |
| Back Pain | 11 | (7.1) | 18 | (11.3) |
| Myalgia | 9 | (5.8) | 9 | (5.7) |
| Nervous System | ||||
| Headache | 28 | (18.1) | 34 | (21.4) |
| Insomnia | 3 | (1.9) | 8 | (5.0) |
| Respiratory System | ||||
| Bronchitis | 10 | (6.5) | 6 | (3.8) |
| Coughing | 11 | (7.1) | 7 | (4.4) |
| Pharyngitis | 13 | (8.4) | 5 | (3.1) |
| Rhinitis | 8 | (5.2) | 11 | (6.9) |
| Sinusitis | 17 | (11.0) | 18 | (11.3) |
| Upper Respiratory Tract Infection | 24 | (15.5) | 21 | (13.2) |
| Urogenital System | ||||
| Urinary Tract Infection | 10 | (6.5) | 7 | (4.4) |
| GALLSTONE PREVENTION | ||||
| Actigall 600 mg (N = 322) |
Placebo (N = 325) |
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| N | (%) | N | (%) | |
| Body as a Whole | ||||
| Fatigue | 25 | (7.8) | 33 | (10.2) |
| Infection Viral | 29 | (9.0) | 29 | (8.9) |
| Influenza-like Symptoms | 21 | (6.5) | 19 | (5.8) |
| Digestive System | ||||
| Abdominal Pain | 20 | (6.2) | 39 | (12.0) |
| Constipation | 85 | (26.4) | 72 | (22.2) |
| Diarrhea | 81 | (25.2) | 68 | (20.9) |
| Flatulence | 15 | (4.7) | 24 | (7.4) |
| Nausea | 56 | (17.4) | 43 | (13.2) |
| Vomiting | 44 | (13.7) | 44 | (13.5) |
| Musculoskeletal System | ||||
| Back Pain | 38 | (11.8) | 21 | (6.5) |
| Musculoskeletal Pain | 19 | (5.9) | 15 | (4.6) |
| Nervous System | ||||
| Dizziness | 53 | (16.5) | 42 | (12.9) |
| Headache | 80 | (24.8) | 78 | (24.0) |
| Respiratory System | ||||
| Pharyngitis | 10 | (3.1) | 19 | (5.8) |
| Sinusitis | 17 | (5.3) | 18 | (5.5) |
| Upper Respiratory | ||||
| Tract Infection | 40 | (12.4) | 35 | (10.8) |
| Skin and Appendages | ||||
| Alopecia | 17 | (5.3) | 8 | (2.5) |
| Urogenital System | ||||
| Dysmenorrhea | 18 | (5.6) | 19 | (5.8) |
Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Actigall (Ursodiol, USP Capsules)
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