The work of the gallbladder is directly related to the activity of the liver, which produces bile and cholesterol. If the bile is “correct”, it will not form a precipitate, and later on stones. The gall bladder is considered a reservoir for preserving bile, and in fact in this place stones arise from a dense suspension. They can be cholesterol, hybrid and bilirubin (calcium salts and bilirubin). Large stones are usually composed of cholesterol.
Before deciding on a conservative cure, you should determine the type of stones, because only cholesterol formations can be dissolved and removed from the gallbladder. If we are talking about two other types, then in most cases surgical intervention or laser grinding is indicated (if the stones are of small size). Conservative therapy comes down to taking specialized substances. You need to know which drugs dissolve stones in the gallbladder, since each remedy has its own characteristics, indications for use and side effects. Let's consider each in more detail.
Ursofalk
Impressive success in the fight against stones in the gall bladder was demonstrated by the Ursofalk medication. Instructions for use, reviews and price (1000 rubles) indicate that the effectiveness of the drug is quite large, since the tool is not cheap. The main active ingredient of the drug is ursodeoxycholic acid.
Release form - capsules, which must be taken in the evening, washed down with a small amount of water, if desired. However, especially for patients for whom the swallowing process is somewhat difficult, prescribe the drug in the form of a suspension.
The range of action of the drug is quite extensive. One of its positive effects can be considered a significant decrease in blood cholesterol. The duration of the treatment is purely individual. It is selected by a doctor and is directly dependent on the nature of the disease and many other causes. As a rule, side effects are extremely rare, but the first time you take the drug, the following may occur:
- loose stools;
- allergic reaction;
- deterioration in general condition.
Who is not allowed?
Despite the high efficiency according to reviews and instructions for the use of Ursofalk, the price of the drug is much higher than analogues. And in some cases, patients are forced to opt for another medicine. It’s not just a matter of cost. This occurs if the patient has such diseases as:
- acute cholecystitis;
- cholangitis;
- biliary colic.
The effect of the drug, which dissolves the stones in the gallbladder on the fetus of a pregnant woman, is currently unknown, therefore it is only the doctor who decides to take the medicine or refuse to use it.
Ziflan
One of the most famous remedies for gallstones is Ziflan, the price of which does not exceed 250 rubles. Such popularity is due to the very high effectiveness of the drug in the fight against neoplasms in the body.
Unlike its competitors, it is not a medicine. It will be most correct to call it a biologically active additive, since the main active ingredient of the drug is immortelle extract, which positively affects the liver throughput function. Helichrysum also reduces bile viscosity and blood cholesterol. It is noteworthy that Ziflan (the price of the drug is significantly lower compared to peers), belonging to the category of dietary supplements, shows no less success in the fight against stones in comparison with other medicines.
Contraindications
Despite the high productivity of the drug, in some cases it will have to be abandoned. Patients who have the following diseases will be forced to opt for other medications:
- high blood pressure;
- jaundice.
In addition, the use of this medication is contraindicated for individuals with individual intolerance to the immortelle, and pregnant girls.
As for the side effects, only a rash on the skin, accompanied by itching, can be noted here. Release form - capsules.
Ursokhol
"Ursokhol", the price of which is 562 rubles, is a drug that is an excellent tool in the fight against stones in the gall bladder. In addition to dissolving undesirable formations in the patient's body, this medication successfully slows the formation of cholesterol in the liver, and also significantly increases its solubility in bile.
Ursodeoxycholic acid is the main active ingredient of the drug, and silica, potato starch and magnesium stearate can be mentioned as auxiliary substances. As a rule, the medicine is available in the form of capsules. If desired, pills can be washed down with water.
The price of "Ursokhol" corresponds to the quality. Drug therapy usually does not exceed two weeks. If during this period no visible changes have occurred, then the use of the drug stops.
Side effects
It should also be borne in mind that when using the drug, the following side effects can be observed:
- diarrhea;
- constipation;
- vomiting
- nausea;
- headache;
- dizziness.
Despite the high effectiveness of the medication, it will have to be abandoned if the patient has the following diseases:
- pancreatitis
- renal failure;
- inflammatory processes in the intestines.
Also, the use of the drug is strictly prohibited to pregnant women.
Henofalk
According to the instructions for use and reviews, “Henofalk”, the price of which is only 128 rubles, is a drug designed to dissolve gallstones, as well as lower cholesterol in the body. This medicine is prescribed not only for treatment, but also in preparation for the surgical extraction of stones, that is, lithotripsy. No less important is the following nuance: effectiveness is markedly reduced in the presence of excess weight in the patient.
The main active ingredient is chenodeoxycholic acid. As auxiliary materials, silica, corn starch and magnesium stearate can be mentioned. The drug acts quite quickly, this is confirmed by the instructions for use and reviews. The price of Henofalk is significantly lower than other drugs. This is a significant plus.
As a rule, a medication for the treatment of cholelithiasis is available in the form of capsules, which must be swallowed whole without chewing. Despite the high effectiveness, it will be necessary to abandon its use if the patient has:
- calcification of stones;
- hepatitis;
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- stomach ulcer;
- renal failure.
In other cases, the use of the drug is absolutely safe.
You should also mention the side effects that occur when taking the medicine, and these are:
Reviews about "Henofalk" are quite positive, patients note the speed of action and effectiveness of the drug.
Immortelle sand
Herbs can be used in the treatment of the disease along with other medicines. Sandy immortelle extract is a fairly popular drug that dissolves gallstones. This reputation is due to its extremely high efficiency and many cooking methods. And more precisely, the plant can:
- use as a decoction;
- make it an infusion;
- as well as use as a hood.
How to prepare an immortelle broth for the treatment of cholelithiasis? For this medicine, the patient needs to brew one tablespoon of dried grass in two hundred and fifty milliliters of boiling water and insist for thirty minutes. The tool should be taken half an hour before each meal.
No less productive is the use of an immortelle infusion, prepared according to the following scheme:
- three tablespoons of pre-dried flowers are dipped in boiling water;
- cover the container and hold for one hour;
- filter the resulting infusion.
The patient should drink one tablespoon of the infusion every sixty minutes.
Helichrysum extract is also an excellent aid in dissolving gallstones. To prepare it, you need to grind dry herbs, and then dilute the powder with alcohol.
Ursosan
In the case of diseases that suggest the presence of stones in the gallbladder, the drug "Ursosan" is often used. Its action is aimed at reducing and dissolving stones in the organ and at enhancing the work of the gallbladder.
Due to the active components of the drug, the full functioning of the liver and gall bladder is stabilized. Removing stones is not a quick matter and unfortunately, not always pleasant.
Take the drug only as prescribed by the attending physician, and so according to the instructions to "Ursosan." Remember that you need to drink capsules with plenty of fluids.
There are contraindications for this drug:
- The drug is completely prohibited for any allergic manifestations to the components of the drug.
- Not used with reduced activity of the gallbladder.
- It is forbidden for infection of any part of the gallbladder.
- It does not apply when the stones in their composition have a large percentage of calcium.
- Contraindicated in acute forms of cholecystitis and cholangitis diseases.
During the treatment of the gallbladder from the stones inside it, you must strictly follow the prescribed diet and follow all the instructions and indications of the attending physician.
"Henosan"
"Henosan" is a very well-known tool for dissolving gallstones. As a rule, this medication is available in the form of capsules, which is due to its extremely high efficiency.
The main effect of the drug is to increase the solubility of cholesterol. Despite the excellent effectiveness, in some cases, patients need to opt for another medicine. Patients who have the following diseases are forced to take such a step:
- inflammation in the intestine;
- chronic form of hepatitis;
- stomach ulcer.
Also a contraindication for the use of the drug is pregnancy and lactation. The use of the drug is not recommended for breastfeeding.
Of the side effects, symptoms such as:
- diarrhea;
- allergy;
- headache.
It would not be superfluous to mention that combining this medication with other medicines significantly reduces the effectiveness of the drug. To date, the cost of the medicine "Henosan" does not exceed three hundred Russian rubles.
"Henhol"
"Chanochol" - a drug that dissolves stones in the gallbladder, belonging to the group of choleretic and hypocholesterolemic.
Once in the gastrointestinal tract, the capsules of "Henochol" gradually begin to dissolve. Active substances in an unchanged state enter the intestinal lumen, being converted there into useful metabolites that directly affect the cells of the liver and other organs of the digestive system. Thus, a drug can not only remove excess bile and other harmful substances, but also cleanse the body of toxins.
Prescribe the drug to people suffering from cholelithiasis, provided the small diameter of the deposits themselves and the smooth operation of all biliary systems.
Contraindications for the use of "Henokhol" are inflammatory diseases of the stomach and duodenum, violation of the integrity of the mucous membrane (peptic ulcer), gastritis, hepatitis of various groups and intestinal obstruction.