Ursodeoxycholic acid is an analog of bile acid and belongs to anti-inflammatory and choleretic drugs.
Ursodeoxycholic acid promotes the secretion of bile acids, reduces cholesterol in bile, dissolves cholesterol in gallstones, and acts as an anti-inflammatory and choleretic agent. Ursodeoxycholic acid may be applied to cholesterol gallstones or used to prevent the formation of drug-related stones.
Ursodeoxycholic acid application may cause constipation, allergy, headache, dizziness, tachycardia and other adverse reactions, need to be vigilant. Ursodeoxycholic acid is contraindicated in patients with biliary obstruction and acute biliary infections.
In conclusion, Ursodeoxycholic acid is an anti-inflammatory and choleretic drug, and it is recommended to use it under the guidance of a professional doctor, and should not be used or discontinued on its own.