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Obeticholic acid is used in the treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis.
Livacol 5mg Tablet contains Obeticholic acid, a medication classified as a Farnesoid X receptor agonist. It is prescribed for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), also known as primary biliary cirrhosis, in adults. PBC is a chronic liver disorder characterized by the gradual destruction of bile ducts in the liver, leading to the accumulation of bile and resulting in liver inflammation and scarring.
- Livacol 5mg Tablet should not be used by pregnant women. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor before starting this medication.
- Breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking Livacol 5mg Tablet.
- The medication is not recommended for children and adolescents under the age of 18 and should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 and above.
- Before initiating treatment with Livacol 5mg Tablet, your doctor may recommend blood tests to assess your liver function.
