Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's belongs to a group of medicines called the biliary agents or gall stone dissolution agents used to treat gall stones, primary biliary cholangitis (an autoimmune disease of the liver), excess cholesterol in bile and children above 6years with biliary and liver diseases caused by cystic fibrosis.
Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's contains ursodeoxycholic acid, which is a naturally-occurring bile acid. Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's helps decrease the production of cholesterol in the blood, thereby dissolving gall bladder stones composed mainly of cholesterol. Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's has a protective effect on the liver cells from injury caused due to toxic bile acids and improves liver function.
Take Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's with food. You are advised to take Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, rash, dizziness, indigestion and weakness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Inform your doctor before taking Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's if you have variceal bleeding (high blood pressure in portal veins), ascites (excess abdominal fluid), liver encephalopathy or liver disease. Do not take Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's can be given to children above 6 years if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Bilefix 600 Tablet 14's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.