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Pharmaceuticals / Liver support

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Ursodeoxycholic acid UDCA

An FDA-approved bile-acid medication used to dissolve certain gallstones and treat specific liver conditions. Extensive human research supports both uses, with a well-established, long-term safety record.

Also known as Ursodiol, Actigall

Effects Heal
Routes Oral
Legal status Prescription drug
WADA Not listed

Reported dosing

Approved label

What has been reported in the literature and by users. This is a record of what is done, not a recommendation.

Typical dose 300 mg, 2-3 times daily
Reported range 8-13 mg/kg/day, divided doses
Route Oral
Frequency 2-3 times daily
Duration Chronic/ongoing (as prescribed)

FDA-approved bile-acid medication (Actigall/Urso) to dissolve certain gallstones and treat specific liver conditions.

Where this comes from FDA prescribing information

These figures are recorded for reference and are not a recommendation. Dosing is a decision for you and a clinician.