Urso
Ursodeoxycholic acid tablets for primary biliary cholangitis and gallstones. It lowers cholesterol in bile to help dissolve stones.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150mg | 30 tablets | $94.00 | $3.13 |
| 150mg | 60 tablets | $151.00 | $2.52 |
| 150mg | 90 tablets | $202.00 | $2.24 |
| 150mg | 120 tablets | $243.00 | $2.03 |
| 150mg | 180 tablets | $330.00 | $1.83 |
| 150mg | 360 tablets | $611.00 | $1.70 |
| 300mg | 30 tablets | $116.00 | $3.87 |
| 300mg | 60 tablets | $187.00 | $3.12 |
| 300mg | 90 tablets | $253.00 | $2.81 |
| 300mg | 120 tablets | $303.00 | $2.53 |
| 300mg | 180 tablets | $350.00 | $1.94 |
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Ursodeoxycholic Acid
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 150mg · 300mg
Urso is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Urso on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis · Gallstone Dissolution
- Alternative names
- ursodiol
- Therapeutic class
- Gallstone Dissolution Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Bile Acid
- Known off-label uses
- nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
- Contraindications
- complete biliary obstruction; acute cholecystitis
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- headache; back pain; elevated blood glucose
- Serious side effects
- severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Allergan
- Onset time
- 3–6 months
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Cholestyramine; Antacids; Oestrogens
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Patient summary
Ursodeoxycholic acid tablets for primary biliary cholangitis and gallstones. It lowers cholesterol in bile to help dissolve stones.
Mechanism of action
Blocks hepatic synthesis and secretion of cholesterol, decreasing cholesterol saturation of bile to allow gradual stone dissolution.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
FAQ
Is the Urso on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Urso is the original brand, made by Allergan, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (ursodeoxycholic acid) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Urso cost in South Africa?
It depends on the strength and pack. Urso comes in 150mg and 300mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What are the brand names for ursodeoxycholic acid in South Africa?
Other brand names for ursodeoxycholic acid include Ursodiol. In South Africa, ursodeoxycholic acid is also sold under brand names such as Ursofalk.
What is Urso used for?
Urso contains ursodeoxycholic acid, used for primary biliary cholangitis and gallstone dissolution.
How long does Urso take to work?
Ursodeoxycholic acid usually starts to work within 3 to 6 months. The exact timing differs between people.
What are the side effects of Urso?
The common side effects of ursodeoxycholic acid are diarrhoea, nausea and abdominal pain. Less common ones include headache, back pain and elevated blood glucose. Serious but less common side effects include severe liver damage (hepatotoxicity), which needs urgent medical attention.
What does Urso interact with?
Ursodeoxycholic acid can interact with colestyramine, antacids and oestrogens. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Urso.
Is Urso available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Urso. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Urso in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Urso names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Ursodeoxycholic Acid at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.