Actigall/Ursodiol

[monkeymama 0]

Is anyone or has anyone taken this medication? My surgeon prescribed it at my post op but I didn't take it. When I went for my fill yesterday he said I should really take it. It has some nasty side effects (or so I am reading)... was wondering if any of you have any experience with it.

[crsti41 0]

Whats is it for?

[danielle b 32]

This medication can prevent gallstones in people experiencing rapid weight loss. If you still have your gallbladder I would take the medication.

I had my gallbladder removed 8 years ago, I was in a lot of pain. So I did not have to take this medicine....Right now, I am having a hard time taking heparin shots 3x a day for 3weeks!!!

[monkeymama 0]

Danielle- Why are you taking the heparin? Clots?...

[danielle b 32]

My surgeon makes all his patients take heparin to prevent any blood clots....I also have to wear the stockings until they fall off of me, about 4-6 weeks:sad:

[mbranham0306 0]

I took this after having my surgery and I definetely would again. It is used to prevent gallstones. There was no question in my mind of not taking it. It prevents gallstones 98% of the time. I certainly didn't want to have gallbladder surgery after the lap band. I couldn't imagine have that done. This is just my opinion, but the doctor is the one that has the MD behind his name, if I trust him to do this surgery then I trust him to take the medicine when he thinks I should. Of course I read up on the medicine but I also respect and trust his opinion. That's just me! Good luck to you.