Cholic-acid Oral Capsule

Name: Cholic-acid Oral Capsule

Highlights for cholic-acid

Cholic acid (KOE lik AS id) is used to treat bile acid synthesis disorders. It is also used with other therapies to treat peroxisomal disorders. It is not a cure.

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

Know how to use your medication, and learn what might happen if you miss a dose.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.

Know what to watch for and get tips for reducing your risks while taking this drug.

Cholic-acid Side Effects

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • dark yellow or brown urine
  • fever or chills
  • general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
  • light-colored stools
  • loss of appetite
  • pain or trouble passing urine
  • right upper belly pain
  • unusual bleeding or bruising
  • unusually weak or tired
  • yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (Report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome.):

  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • tiredness

Cholic-acid May Interact with Other Medications

This medication may interact with the following medications:

  • cyclosporine
  • cholestyramine
  • colestipol
  • colesevelam
  • aluminum hydroxide
Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking.

How to Use cholic-acid

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Take this medicine with food. Avoid taking this medicine within 1 hour before or 4 hours after certain medicines for cholesterol or aluminum-based antacids. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 3 weeks for selected condition, precautions do apply.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • liver disease
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding
What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 85 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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