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Pronounced: Ur-soh Generic Name: Ursodiol (ER-soe-dye-ole)
Urso is a gallstone dissolving agent used to treat certain types of gallstones. It may be prescribed as
as a treatment for patients who do not want or cannot have surgery to remove gallstones. It is also used to
prevent gallstones forming in overweight patients who are on rapid weight loss diets. It may also be used to treat other
conditions as determined by your doctor.
Urso works by decreasing the production of cholesterol and by dissolving cholesterol in bile so that it cannot form gallstones.
DIRECTIONS AND USE: Follow the directions your doctor gives you for using this medicine.
MediNorth.com recommends that all patients become informed of the potential cautions,
side effects, drug/food interactions, etc. of taking this and other medications BEFORE using. This
information is generally available from your doctor or you can ask our pharmacists for information.
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