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I can’t take this Ursodiol, 3 times a day it makes me nauseous over this already ,I don’t feel like myself

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Denver, CO
June 15
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Members responded with understanding and practical tips to someone struggling with nausea from taking Ursodiol three times a day for their... Read more

Members responded with understanding and practical tips to someone struggling with nausea from taking Ursodiol three times a day for their condition. Several members shared that it took weeks to months for their bodies to adjust, and suggested taking the medication with food, asking about switching from tablets to capsules, or exploring whether the brand-name version might be better tolerated than the generic. A recurring theme was self-advocacy, including asking doctors about anti-nausea medication, discussing dosage adjustments, and not giving up while waiting for the six-month treatment mark.

A myPBCteam Member

I felt horrible for a few months taking Urso, but then my body adjusted and I stopped feeling nauseous taking it, it actually made my stomach feel better, I had horrible stomach issues before I was diagnosed.

June 18
A myPBCteam Member

Yeah Iam going to bring this up to him , the specialist told I have to been in this for 6months so July my 6 month , I think need new liver specialist this ridiculous

June 21
A myPBCteam Member

It took my body about 3-4 weeks to adjust to Ursodiol. Eat small meals or a healthy snack when you take it.

June 18
A myPBCteam Member

I’m gonna try this too! I take two per day but took awhile to be able to tolerate Urso! Keep plugging you got this and support from your friends here!❤️

June 23
A myPBCteam Member

Zon, the tablets I’ve heard people have a worse time with compared to the capsule. Worth a try.

June 21

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