Uses of Bilicir 150

Primary biliary cirrhosis
Gallbladder stones

Side effects of Bilicir 150

Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Hair loss
Itching
Nausea
Rash

How to use Bilicir 150

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bilicir 150 is to be taken with food.

How Bilicir 150 works

Bilicir 150 is a hepatoprotective medication. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol in the blood and helps dissolve gallbladder stones that are composed mainly of cholesterol. It also improves liver enzymes, protects liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids, and improves liver function.

What if you forget to take Bilicir 150?

If you miss a dose of Bilicir 150, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Bilicir 150 should be taken after a meal with a glass of milk or water.
Eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly and avoid alcohol intake.
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.
Your doctor may monitor your liver function and bilirubin levels every month for next 3 months after the start of therapy, and every 6 months thereafter.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Bilicir 150 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Bilicir 150 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Bilicir 150 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Bilicir 150 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Bilicir 150 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Bilicir 150 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.