Drug details

Actigall (ursodiol, usp capsules)

type of Gallstone Solubilizing Agents

Actigall (ursodiol) is a bile acid used for patients with radiolucent, noncalcified gallbladder stones < 20 mm in greatest diameter in whom elective cholecystectomy would be undertaken except for the presence of increased surgical risk due to systemic disease, advanced age, idiosyncratic reaction to general anesthesia, or for those patients who refuse surgery. Actigall is also used for the prevention of gallstone formation in obese patients experiencing rapid weight loss. Actigall is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• hives,
• difficulty breathing,
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• fever,
• weakness,
• severe dizziness
• persistent sore throat,
• swelling of the ankles or feet,
• increased thirst and urination,
• easy bleeding or bruising, and

The following drugs are related to Actigall, either as a replacement or used together:

• Reltone (ursodiol capsules)
• Urso (ursodiol)