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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Urohol drops are a common antispasmodic agent that is actively used in urological practice.
Indications Urochola
Usually, Urochol is prescribed alone or in combination with other medications in acute periods and during exacerbations of chronic inflammatory processes in the kidneys and bladder, in urolithiasis, nephrolithiasis, cholelithiasis, in exacerbation of calculous cholecystitis or pyelonephritis, and in dyskinesia of the bile ducts.
Release form
Urohol is a drop for oral use that looks like a brown solution with a specific aroma. Sometimes the solution precipitates into a dark color.
The composition of the medicine Urohol is represented by aqueous and alcoholic extracts:
- wild carrot;
- kidney tea leaves;
- knotweed herbs;
- corn silk;
- elderberry inflorescences;
- horsetail shoots;
- hop cones;
- birch buds;
- St. John's wort;
- mint leaves.
The Urohol solution is packaged in 25 or 40 ml bottles, placed in cardboard boxes.
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Pharmacodynamics
Urochol is a complex remedy that combines various plant components. The ester components that are present in the drug Urochol stop the development of inflammation, improve blood circulation in the liver and kidneys, exhibit diuretic, choleretic and antimicrobial effects, stabilize the smooth muscle tone of the urinary system and the hepatobiliary system.
The active ingredients of Urochol are quickly absorbed into the bloodstream, increasing urination and bile secretion.
Urochol increases the daily amount of urine, prevents azotemia, accelerates the elimination of urea and chlorides from the body, improves blood circulation in the liver, prevents the formation of stones in the kidneys, bladder and urinary system.
Pharmacokinetics
The kinetic properties of Urohol have not been studied.
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Dosing and administration
Urohol drops should be taken before meals, in the amount of 10-20 drops, dissolved in 100 ml of water, three times a day.
The duration of therapy depends on many factors and is determined by the doctor individually. Most often, treatment lasts from five days to four weeks.
If indicated, the therapeutic course of Urohol is repeated.
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Use Urochola during pregnancy
Oral drops Urohol are not intended for use by pregnant patients. If the doctor intends to prescribe Urohol to a patient of childbearing age, he must make sure that she is not pregnant.
During breastfeeding, treatment with Urohol becomes possible only if lactation is stopped.
Contraindications
Urohol is not prescribed:
- pregnant or lactating patients;
- children under 12 years of age;
- with mechanical jaundice;
- in the presence of stones the size of which exceeds 3 mm;
- if you are prone to allergies to the ingredients of Urohol.
A relative contraindication for Urohol may be hypercoagulation of various etiologies.
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Side effects Urochola
Doctors point out that the degree of occurrence of side effects during the intake of Urohol is very low. But the possibility of developing undesirable symptoms such as:
- dizziness;
- abdominal pain;
- nausea;
- digestive disorders;
- allergy;
- photosensitivity.
During the period of therapy with Urohol, it is not recommended to sunbathe or visit a solarium.
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Overdose
Taking large amounts of Urohol can cause digestive disorders and dizziness. If this happens, the victim is recommended to drink large amounts of warm liquid (water, tea) during the day. In complicated cases, it is necessary to consult a doctor who will prescribe symptomatic drugs and enterosorbents.
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Storage conditions
Store Urokhol at temperatures from +18 to +25°C, out of reach of children.
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Shelf life
It is permissible to store Urohol for up to 3 years, in packaged form.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Urochol" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.