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I was diagnosed with stage 1 PBC in 9/2005. It took about 12 months for my numbers to return to normal but since then, all tests have been normal. My only side effect has been an upset stomach when taken without food; easily remedied by taking with meals. I take 500 mg twice a day. Once in a while I miss a dose. I never take both doses at the same time (full 1000mg). Tried it once and made me n...

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this treatment is awsome. I love drugs.

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Edie | 45-54 | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
8/27/2013
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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Been taking it for six years. No side effects. My liver has regenerated.

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vmcougar | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
3/16/2013
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 4.0
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I use this an Ursodiol cannot tell the difference in the two. At least they are working - last 2 Meld scores were 6, that's a great number for a PBC patient.

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cbbarnes | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
3/11/2013
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 3.0
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having numerous gastric issues it is sometimes difficult to take.

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Cinderella | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/27/2013
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 4.7
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Laxmom26 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
1/9/2013
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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I've been prescribed Urso Forte since 2008 and it has taken this long to see a moderating reduction in my liver enzymes, particulary alkaline phosphatase. So it works, but it takes time and this varies greatly among PBC patients.

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alice | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
2/20/2012
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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urso for 12yrs has wk great cost went up had to go to ursodil not working well at all pls help

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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
11/29/2011
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been on Urso Forte for almost 3 years since being diagnosed. (500mg twice a day) and my blood work has been good. I do notice thinning hair as a side effect. I also have slight discomfort around by rib cage above the liver. Take advice and dont read then internet, and listen to your Drs. advice. Currently there are no other meds for this disease. I have contacted local NJ and PA hospitals to see if there are any trials on meds for PBC, but there are not. In the near future I would like to raise funds and awareness for others newly diagnosed.Read More Read Less

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gamtn | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/31/2011
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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The meds have kept me at a stage 3, I am very happy with that. Side effects are hair loss, dry mouth & eyes, nausea if not taken with a meal. On occasion when my drug benefits run out, I have purchased this drug from a Canadian pharmacy, it is about half the price as in the US.

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madfeline | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
6/9/2011
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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I am very happy with the effectiveness of this drug. It has lowered my alkaline phosphatase and ast and alt to normal levels

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mrschris | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
9/20/2010
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 3.7
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i was diagnosed with PBC bout 15 yrs ago. i have severe itching (Pruritus)24/7, cotton mouth, hair loss. had to go to Drs.every 6mths for check ups i never had a normal check up. levels were always elevated. now my biggest problem is i have no insurance and i can't afford my meds 2 keep it from progressing cause it cost over $400 mthly w/o insurance. i can't seem 2 get any help from anyone. i haven't been 2 the Drs. in almost 2 yrs for my check ups and been off my meds for over a year. i just don't know what to do anymore. i just keep getting sicker everyday.Read More Read Less

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Tired of being tired | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
7/27/2010
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been on this medication for almost 10 years, 3 times a day and hadn't noticed any side effects other then some hair thinning. My condition has been listed as inactive and stable. I really haven't noticed any side effects although in the last year I was diagnosed with Osteoarthritis and Lupus which is another auto-immune disease. The side effcts from the arthritis and lupus almost mirror the Urso side effects so now I couldn't tell if the Urso is causing them.

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MD | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
4/9/2010
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 4.0
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The worst side effect so far, after being on this drug for 1 1/2 yrs is hair loss. My thick hair is thinner, more straight than curl. I don't like it, but cannot stop taking it. So far its worked on the blood levels.

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Anonymous | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/16/2010
Condition: Osteoporosis
Overall rating 3.0
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this treatment is awsome. I love drugs.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
1/5/2010
Condition: Gallstones
Overall rating 4.3
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I can't afford anymore and the genertic they came out with costs almost the same as the nongeneric.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
12/26/2009
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 3.7
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i have noticed an increase in the itching of my head and hair loss as a result of this.i loose about 3 x's more hair then i normally would a a result of regeneration.

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rebagump | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
12/16/2009
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 3.7
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7 years on it. painful around esophagus, ribs, and back. brothers intestines, problems with edema, shortness of breath, fatigue, sore muscles and joints. helped pbc but handicaps me

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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
11/5/2009
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 4.3
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PJ | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/11/2009
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I guess my GI Doctor had me on it for my Fatty Liver(NAFL) My LFTs were in hundreds and after just 3 months came down significantly in adittion to other lab values. Not sure if this off label use for this medication but it worked for me

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kgbyrd | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Caregiver
8/14/2009
Condition: Chronic Inflammation of the Liver
Overall rating 5.0
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My mom has been taking Urso Forte for years with good results with her liver. Urso Diol is the generic now and unfortunately she is allergic to the generic.

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ionna | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/3/2009
Condition: Rare Progressive Liver Disease - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Overall rating 3.3
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will check back after i have been on this awhile but no side effects so far

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