| Pronunciation |
 (dee
hye droe KOE lik AS
id) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Cholan-HMB®; Decholin® |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Bile Acid; Laxative, Hydrocholeretic |
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| Use |
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Relief of constipation; adjunct to various biliary tract conditions |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Contraindications |
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Cholelithiasis; jaundice; obstruction of hepatic or common bile ducts; GI or GU obstruction |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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1% to 10%: Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea, abdominal cramps |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children >12 years and Adults: 250-500 mg 2-3 times/day after meals up to 1.5 g/day |
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| Dietary Considerations |
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Administer on empty stomach for rapid effect |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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None reported |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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None reported |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet: 250 mg |
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