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Filoca 5 Tablet
Obeticholic acid (5mg)
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Filoca 5 Tablet is used for cholestatic liver diseases Alcoholic fatty liver disease Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis.
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Key details
Salt: Obeticholic acid (5mg)
Available variants: tablet 5mg 10`S
Price: ₹169 (₹16.88 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: FOURTS (INDIA) LAB (P) LTD
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Filoca 5 Tablet in Bangladesh
12 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- Bilovia 5Advanced Chemical Industries PLC.
- FXR 5Beacon Pharmaceuticals PLC
- Livacol 5Square Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna
- Livadox 5Jenphar Bangladesh Ltd.
- Livcare-5Aristopharma Limited
- Obecol 5Popular Pharmaceuticals PLC
- ObelivaEverest Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Obetic 5Drug International Ltd.
- Obexa 5Radiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Ocaliva 5Biopharma Ltd.
- Olic 5The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- Prebichol-5Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of Filoca 5 Tablet
Filoca 5 Tablet contains Obeticholic acid (5mg). It belongs to the Liver support agent class of medicines.
Uses of Filoca 5 Tablet
Cholestatic liver diseases Alcoholic fatty liver disease Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis
Benefits of Filoca 5 Tablet
- In Liver disorders
- Filoca supports the liver's recovery and protects its cells from further damage, as part of the treatment your doctor has planned.
- In Fatty liver
- Filoca supports the liver while the fat that has built up is reduced through weight loss and diet, which remain the main treatment.
- In Support of liver function
- Filoca helps the liver carry out its work of processing nutrients and clearing waste while it recovers from illness or strain.
How Filoca 5 Tablet works
Filoca 5 Tablet stimulates Farnesoid X receptor (FXR), a chemical that regulates synthesis and transport of bile acid, lipid metabolism and regulation of glucose levels. Filoca 5 Tablet inhibits bile acid synthesis and increases bile acid secretions. This reduces the bile acid pool in the liver and hence prevents its toxic effects. Therefore, it helps to improve liver function.
How to take Filoca 5 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Filoca 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Filoca 5 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine may cause loose motions and stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Filoca 5 Tablet
Most side effects of Filoca are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Loose motions
- Nausea
- Stomach discomfort
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Filoca 5 Tablet
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
A liver supplement does not treat the cause of liver disease. Alcohol, weight, viral hepatitis and medicines are what have to be addressed. Stop alcohol completely if you have any liver condition. Report yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, swelling of the abdomen or confusion without delay. Keep your liver function tests and follow-up appointments.
Do not take Filoca if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about every medicine and supplement you take — the liver processes most of them.
How to store Filoca 5 Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Filoca 5 Tablet
- Filoca 5 Tablet is used for the treatment of primary biliary cirrhosis.
- Your liver function will be monitored closely while on treatment with Filoca 5 Tablet.
- Eat a well-balanced diet and indulge in some sort of physical activity daily in order to reduce fatigue and improve well-being.
- Itching is one of the common side effects of Filoca 5 Tablet.
- Follow these tips to manage itching: a) Keeping cool will also tend to reduce itch, compared to being warm.
- Cool showers or cold flannels may be helpful. b)Dry skin can make the itch worse, so using liberal amounts of moisturizer is useful if you have dry skin. c) Do not scratch as scratching will generally make it worse.
- If scratching is irresistible it may help to rub the itchy area with an ice cube.
Related lab tests
People taking Filoca are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- FOURTS (INDIA) LAB (P) LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- GASTRO INTESTINAL
- Drug class:
- Liver support agent
- Chemical class:
- Dihydroxy bile acid derivative
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| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Filoca 5 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obetohep 5 mg TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹236 | 40% more |
| Ocabile 5 TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹243 | 44% more |
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Filoca 5 Tablet FAQs
What is Filoca 5 Tablet used for?
Filoca 5 Tablet is commonly used for Cholestatic liver diseases Alcoholic fatty liver disease Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease Treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Filoca 5 Tablet?
Liver disorders: Filoca supports the liver's recovery and protects its cells from further damage, as part of the treatment your doctor has planned. It is also used for fatty liver, support of liver function.
What is the salt in Filoca 5 Tablet?
Filoca 5 Tablet contains Obeticholic acid (5mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Filoca 5 Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Filoca 5 Tablet work?
Filoca 5 Tablet stimulates Farnesoid X receptor (FXR), a chemical that regulates synthesis and transport of bile acid, lipid metabolism and regulation of glucose levels.
Is Filoca 5 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Filoca 5 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Filoca 5 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Filoca are Loose motions, Nausea, Stomach discomfort. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Filoca 5 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Filoca 5 Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Filoca.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Filoca 5 Tablet?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Filoca 5 Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Filoca 5 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Filoca 5 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule.
Is Filoca 5 Tablet habit forming?
No. Filoca 5 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Filoca 5 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Filoca 5 Tablet starts at ₹169 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 5mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Filoca 5 Tablet?
Filoca 5 Tablet is manufactured by FOURTS (INDIA) LAB (P) LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Filoca 5 Tablet delivered?
Filoca 5 Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Filoca 5 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Obeticholic acid (5mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹169 (₹16.88 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- FOURTS (INDIA) LAB (P) LTD
- Therapeutic class
- GASTRO INTESTINAL
- Drug class
- Liver support agent
- Chemical class
- Dihydroxy bile acid derivative
- Action class
- Hepatoprotective Agents
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 5mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Filoca 5 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.