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What is Actigall and why is it prescribed? Actigall is used to help dissolve certain kinds of gallstones. Actigall is also used to prevent gallstones in people on rapid-weight-loss diets. Actigall is not a quick remedy. It takes months of Actigall therapy to dissolve gallstones. There is a possibility of incomplete dissolution and recurrence of stones. Actigall is most effective if your gallstones are small or floatable. In addition, your gallbladder must still be functioning properly. How should you take Actigall? Follow your doctors directions for taking Actigall. During treatment, your doctor will do periodic ultrasound exams to see if your stones are dissolving. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember, or at the same time as the next dose. Store Actigall at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Are there any Actigall side effects? Actigall side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Actigall side effects may include abdominal pain, allergy, arthritis, back pain, bronchitis, chest pain, constipation, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, gas, hair loss, headache, high blood sugar, indigestion, insomnia, joint pain, menstrual pain, muscle and bone pain, nasal inflammation, nausea, sinus inflammation, skin rash, sore throat, stomach or intestinal disorder, stomach ulcer, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, viral infection, and vomiting. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Actigall? If Actigall is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Actigall with Aluminum-based antacid medications (Alu-Cap, Alu-Tab, Rolaids, others), Cholesterol-lowering medications (such as Atromid-S, Lopid, Mevacor, Questran, and Colestid), Estrogens (such as Premarin), or Oral contraceptives. Are there any special warnings about Actigall? Although Actigall is not known to cause liver damage, it is theoretically possible in some people. Your doctor may run blood tests for liver function before you start to take Actigall and again while you are taking it. |
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