Eticholic 5mg Tablet

Eticholic 5mg Tablet is a gastrointestinal agent belonging to the farnesoid X-receptor agonist category containing the active ingredient obeticholic acid. It is used to treat primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a chronic liver disease caused by inflammation and damage to the small bile ducts in the liver, which leads to reduced bile flow, liver damage, and potential scarring (fibrosis). This drug is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to any ingredients in the medicine. The levels of certain medications, such as theophylline (used to aid breathing) and tizanidine (used to relieve muscle stiffness and restriction), may increase when taken with Eticholic 5mg Tablet. Your doctor may need to monitor the levels of these medications in your blood and adjust their dosages if necessary. Medications like cholestyramine, colestipol, and colesevelam, which are used to lower blood cholesterol levels, may reduce the effectiveness of this drug. If you are taking these medicines, your doctor will advise you to take this medication at least 4 to 6 hours before or after taking the bile acid-binding resin to allow sufficient time for their separate absorption. The use of this drug is not recommended in children or adults. Before taking Eticholic 5mg Tablet, inform your physician if you have any concerns about complete blockage of bile ducts in your gallbladder or worsening liver health. Your physician will conduct regular blood tests to monitor your liver function. Itching may occur as a side effect of this drug, and in some cases, it may become severe (intense itching over much of the body). If you experience difficult-to-tolerate itching, your doctor may prescribe additional medications to manage it or adjust your dosage. This drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the lack of sufficient data and experience with its use in pregnant women. As a precautionary measure, pregnant individuals should avoid taking this drug.

Treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)

Eticholic 5mg Tablet activates the farnesoid X receptor (FXR) in the liver. This activation has various beneficial effects, including reducing liver inflammation, promoting bile flow, and slowing down or reversing liver fibrosis. These actions help to manage the symptoms and progression of PBC.

Take the Eticholic 5mg Tablet as advised by your physician. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Worsening of liver problems ( white of the eyes or yellowing of skin, black, tarry or bloody stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, confusion, slurred speech, mood swings) Severe itching Lower HDL-C (good cholesterol) Common Tiredness Stomach pain, discomfort, constipation Joint pain, mouth, and throat pain Dizziness Fast or irregular heartbeat Fever Dryness, irritation, or redness of the skin Rash Swelling of ankles, hands, or feet Thyroid hormone irregularity

Inform your physician if you are taking any medicines to lower blood cholesterol levels. Certain cholesterol-lowering medications can interact with Eticholic 5mg Tablet and may affect their effectiveness or increase the risk of side effects. Your physician must be aware of all the medications you are taking to make appropriate adjustments to your treatment plan if necessary.