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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Avis Lifecare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[MISCELLANEOUS]

Manufacturer/Marketer address

339, Sector-31, Gurugram,Haryana-122001
Other Info - OB56749

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FAQs

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Obiticare 5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, as limited information is available regarding the usage of Obiticare 5mg Tablet during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Obiticare 5mg Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Obiticare 5mg Tablet does not affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised to omit driving if you experience dizziness.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this. Inform your doctor if you have/had liver cirrhosis.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Obiticare 5mg Tablet is not recommended for children or adolescents.

About Obiticare 5mg Tablet

Obiticare 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called Farnesoid X-receptor agonists used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis. Primary biliary cholangitis, also known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is an autoimmune disease caused by damage of bile ducts in the liver. Biliary cirrhosis causes a build-up of bile in the liver, which leads to liver damage.  
 
Obiticare 5mg Tablet contains ‘Obeticholic acid’, which helps improve liver functioning by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver, increases the removal of bile from the liver, and reduces inflammation, thereby helps treat primary biliary cirrhosis.
 
Take Obiticare 5mg Tablet as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as stomach pain, tiredness, dizziness, constipation, and palpitations. 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 the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Obiticare 5mg Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents. Obiticare 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Obiticare 5mg Tablet; consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Obiticare 5mg Tablet

Primary biliary cirrhosis.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Key Benefits

Obiticare 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called farnesoid X-receptor agonists used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis/primary biliary cholangitis. Obiticare 5mg Tablet helps improve liver functioning by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver and reduces inflammation, thereby helps treat primary biliary cirrhosis.

Directions for Use

Swallow Obiticare 5mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it.

Side Effects of Obiticare 5mg Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Palpitations (irregular or fast heartbeat)
  • Constipation
  • Thyroid hormone irregularity

Drug Warnings

Do not take Obiticare 5mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have a complete blockage of the biliary tract (liver, bile ducts, and gall bladder). Inform your doctor if you experience itching that is difficult to tolerate. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Obiticare 5mg Tablet is not recommended for children or adolescents. Obiticare 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Consult a doctor immediately if you experience yellowing of the skin/eyes, black/tarry stools, dark urine, coughing up/vomiting blood, confusion, slurred speech, mood swings, anxiety, swelling in and around the stomach.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • TIZANIDINE
  • WARFARIN
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • COLESTIPOL
  • COLESEVELAM

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests for monitoring liver functioning are advised.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include foods such as bell peppers, citrus fruits, leafy vegetables, tomatoes, milk, fish, low-fat dairy, beans, nuts, lentils, tofu and tempeh.
  • Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet that includes fruits and vegetables.
  • Avoid high-fat, trans-fat, and processed foods.
  • White bread, white pasta and sugars should be avoided.
  • Avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption.

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