OBSTELA 5 MG 10 Tablets

Obstela 5

Obstela 5 is a Farnesoid X-receptor agonist, which is a type of drug used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis. The autoimmune disease primary biliary cholangitis, commonly known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is caused by damage to the liver’s bile ducts. Biliary cirrhosis is a condition in which bile builds up in the liver, causing damage to the organ.

Obstela 5 contains ‘Obeticholic acid,’ which improves liver function by reducing bile production and build-up in the liver, increasing bile clearance from the liver, and reducing inflammation, and so aids in the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis.

Take Obstela 5 exactly as directed. Certain typical adverse effects, such as stomach pain, weariness, dizziness, constipation, and palpitations, may occur in some situations. The majority of these adverse effects do not necessitate medical treatment and will subside with time. However, if you are experiencing these adverse effects on a regular basis, you should consult your doctor.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using Obstela 5. Obstela 5 should not be used by children or teenagers. Obstela 5 can make you dizzy, so drive carefully. It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Obstela 5; if you have any concerns, speak with your doctor. To rule out any negative effects, keep your doctor updated about your health condition and medications.

Obstela 5 is used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis.

Medicinal Advantages

Obstela 5 belongs to a class of drugs known as farnesoid X-receptor agonists, which are used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis and cholangitis. Obstela 5 improves liver function by lowering bile production and build-up in the liver, as well as inflammation, and so aids in the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis.

Use Instructions

Obstela 5 can be taken with or without food. Do not chew or crush Obstela 5. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Your doctor will determine how long you should take Obstela 5 based on your medical condition.

Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight.

Side effects of Obstela 5

Stomach ache

Tiredness

Dizziness

Palpitations are a type of cardiac palpitation that (irregular or fast heartbeat)

Constipation

Thyroid hormone imbalance

Drug Recommendations

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Obeticholic acid, or if you have a total blockage of the biliary tract, don’t take it (liver, bile ducts, and gall bladder). If you’re having trouble tolerating itching, let your doctor know. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using Obeticholic acid. Obeticholic acid should not be used by children or teenagers. Obeticholic acid can make you dizzy, so drive carefully. If you have or have had cirrhosis of the liver, tell your doctor because Obeticholic acid can harm the liver. If you have yellowing of the skin or eyes, black/tarry stools, dark urine, coughing up/vomiting blood, confusion, slurred speech, mood swings, anxiety, or swelling in and around the stomach, see a doctor very away.

Interactions Between Drugs

Interactions between drugs: Xanthine’s (theophylline), muscle relaxants (tizanidine), blood thinners (warfarin), and bile acid sequestrants may interact with obeticholic acid (cholestyramine, colestipol, colesevelam).

No drug-food interactions have been discovered or established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Obeticholic acid may interact with diseases like biliary obstruction, liver dysfunction, and lipid disorders.

Safety Suggestions

ALCOHOL

It is unknown if Obeticholic acid interacts with alcohol. If you have any concerns, talk to your doctor.

PREGNANCY

If you are pregnant, please check your doctor before using Obeticholic acid, as there is insufficient information on the use of Obeticholic acid during pregnancy.

BREAST FEEDING

Consult your doctor before using Obeticholic acid; your doctor will determine whether or not breastfeeding women should take Obeticholic acid.

DRIVING

Obeticholic acid has no effect on your driving skills. If you develop dizziness, however, you should avoid driving.

LIVER

It’s possible that you’ll need to alter your liver dose. If you have any worries about this or if you have a liver problem, please visit your doctor. If you have or have had liver cirrhosis, tell your doctor.

KIDNEY

If you have any worries about this or if you have kidney impairment, please visit your doctor.

No habit formation

Advice on Diet and Lifestyle

Bell peppers, citrus fruits, green vegetables, tomatoes, milk, fish, low-fat dairy, beans, nuts, lentils, tofu, and tempeh are examples of foods to include in your diet.

Consume a nutritious, well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables.

High-fat, trans-fat, and processed foods should be avoided.

Sugars, white bread, and white pasta should all be avoided.

Tobacco and alcohol intake should be avoided.

Recommendations

Blood tests to assess liver function should be done on a regular basis.

Additional Information: This item is non-refundable.

Concerns of Patients

Primary biliary cholangitis, also known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is an autoimmune illness characterized by destruction to the liver’s bile ducts. Bile ducts are small tubes that transport bile (digestive fluid) from the liver to the small intestine, where it breaks down lipids and promotes absorption. Biliary cirrhosis is a condition in which bile builds up in the liver, causing damage to the organ.

FAQs

Obeticholic acid improves liver function by lowering bile production and accumulation in the liver, as well as reducing inflammation.

Do not stop taking Obeticholic acid without first visiting your physician. Continue taking Obeticholic acid for as long as it is suggested to effectively treat your illness. If you have any problems while taking Obeticholic acid, don’t be afraid to talk to your doctor.

Obeticholic acid may cause constipation as a side effect. If you have constipation, drink plenty of water and eat fiber-rich foods. If you experience severe constipation, see your doctor.

Consult your doctor before using Obeticholic acid with bile acid-binding resins, as these may reduce Obeticholic acid’s effectiveness. Maintain a 4-6 hour gap between Obeticholic acid and bile acid-binding resins if indicated. Bile acid-binding resins are used to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood.

Palpitation, or the feeling that your heart is beating, thumping, or fluttering, is a side effect of obeticholic acid. A modest fluctuation should not be cause for concern; however, if palpitations persist or you become ill, consult your doctor.