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Ursodiol anyone?

post #1 of 4
12/30/10 at 6:01am
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Arthur has a bladder stone so the vet wants him on Ursodiol to disolve it.

Anyone have experience? It looks really pricey. Any suggestions on where to purchase?

Thanks
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post #2 of 4
12/30/10 at 6:53am
Call the pharmacies in town. It has a generic and that may be a cheaper alternative.

Now... I'm not really sure how it's supposed to work for a bladder stone? Ursodiol breaks up and helps prevent gallstones by blocking production/absorption of cholesterol. It's bile salts essentially. The bladder isn't even part of the biliary system…

In pill form it is (usually) a little bitter blue pill that can cause some stomach upset.
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post #3 of 4
12/30/10 at 7:31am
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It's a gall stone....I ve been sick and you will have to excuse me! I have had a sock on upside down for three days!

Good idea, will call around.

Thanks!
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post #4 of 4
12/30/10 at 7:43am
Oh! I'm sorry to hear you've been so sick. Get better soon.

I took it... 10? nearly 11 years ago ( doesn't seem that long ago!). It did start to really bother my stomach, which is why I stopped taking it. So you may want to ask the vet about that. Cats can't complain and tell you their stomach hurts, but you wouldn't want to deal with a nauseous kitty that doesn't want to eat.
I can't remember if it can be taken with food.

I only recall one other member who had their cat on it, but I think that kitty eventually needed surgery.
In humans, low fat can help, I have no idea what that would do for a cat since they do need fats.

I hope you can find a decent price on it. Despite that it's bitter, pill + pill pocket would probably be the most hassle free way to go. Maybe have the vet write out a script for 5 or 10 and see if that works before buying a full month supply?
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