Key facts about Actigall
What is Actigall?
Actigall is the brand name for ursodiol and is available as an oral capsule.
What dosages is Actigall available in?
Actigall is available as a 300 mg capsule.
What is Actigall used for?
Actigall is a bile acid that is used to dissolve gallstones, prevent gallstones, and treat primary biliary cirrhosis.
How does Actigall work?
Actigall is a bile acid that prevents and helps dissolve certain gallstones. It works to lower the cholesterol content of bile and bile stones by reducing the production and secretion of cholesterol from the liver and the reabsorption of cholesterol by the intestines. It also keeps bile flow moving and maintains liver function in people who have a certain type of liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis.
How do I take Actigall?
Actigall is typically taken by mouth 2 to 4 times daily depending on the condition being treated.
Is it safe for me to take Actigall?
Actigall is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Actigall Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Actigall include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Upset stomach
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
Actigall Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Actigall. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following such as severe allergic reactions (hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat); jaundice (yellowing of the skin or white part of the eyes); dark urine; clay-colored stools or severe abdominal pain.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Actigall
The following medications may interact with Actigall:
- bile acid sequestering agents such as cholestyramine and colestipol
- aluminum-based antacids
- estrogens
- oral contraceptives
- clofibrate
Who makes Actigall?
Allergan
Is Actigall safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Actigall will harm your unborn baby. However, the drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy.













