Obeticholic acid
Information about Obeticholic acid
Obeticholic acid Uses
Obeticholic acid is used in the treatment of cholestatic liver diseases, primary biliary cirrhosis, alcoholic fatty liver disease and Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
How Obeticholic acid works
Obeticholic acid stimulates Farnesoid X receptor (FXR), a chemical that regulates synthesis and transport of bile acid, lipid metabolism and regulation of glucose levels. Obeticholic acid inhibits bile acid synthesis and increases bile acid secretions. This reduces the bile acid pool in the liver and hence prevents its toxic effects. Therefore, it helps to improve liver function.
Common side effects of Obeticholic acid
Itching, Fatigue, Abdominal pain, Abdominal discomfort, Rash, Joint pain, Oropharyngeal pain, Dizziness, Constipation, Peripheral edema, Palpitations, Fever, Thyroid disorders, Eczema
Available Medicine for Obeticholic acid
ObiholicMankind Pharma Ltd
₹160 to ₹3202 variant(s)
ObitocipCipla Ltd
₹200 to ₹3502 variant(s)
FilocaFourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹180 to ₹3402 variant(s)
OcablieTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹3701 variant(s)
ObetikolFullife Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹220 to ₹4062 variant(s)
ObetechCare Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd
₹3801 variant(s)
ObedecMits Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹5001 variant(s)
BT BileDaxia Healthcare
₹225 to ₹4502 variant(s)
ObetogenGenesis Biotech Inc
₹3401 variant(s)
Expert advice for Obeticholic acid
- It protects the liver cells from toxins and helps the liver to perform its normal functions.
- It should preferably be taken after meals. One of the doses should always be taken after your evening meal.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you find blood in your stools.
- Do not take antacids that contain aluminum while you are taking Obeticholic acid as this decreases the amount of Obeticholic acid absorbed by your body.
- Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.