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What is Deoxycholic Acid
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Ursodeoxycholic acid, otherwise known as Actigall, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses which include gallstone formation and obese experiencing rapid weight loss .Effectiveness
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The proposed dose of Deoxycholic Acid is contingent upon the diagnosed condition. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the mode of delivery (e.g. Powder, for suspension - Oral or Powder, for suspension) featured in the table below.Warnings
Deoxycholic Acid has twelve contraindications and should not be imbibed in the presence of any of the conditions below.Deoxycholic Acid ContraindicationsDeoxycholic Acid Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Deoxycholic Acid?
Two ongoing trials are assessing the potential of Deoxycholic Acid to ameliorate Cholelithiasis.Patient Q&A Section about deoxycholic acid
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What does deoxycholic acid do to fat cells?
"Deoxycholic acid is a synthetic form of a substance that your body produces to aid in the absorption of fats. By destroying fat cells, deoxycholic acid helps to lessen the appearance of a double chin."
What are the side effects of deoxycholic acid?
"If you have any of the following side effects, please contact your doctor immediately: difficulty swallowing, weak facial muscles, a crooked smile, open sores or drainage around the treated area, or pain/burning/irritation/skin changes at the injection site."
What is deoxycholic acid used for?
"Deoxycholic acid is injected into the submental area in order to improve the appearance of moderate to severe fat accumulation ('double chin'). Deoxycholic acid is a medication that falls into the category of cytolytic drugs. These drugs work by breaking down cells in fatty tissue."
Is deoxycholic acid injection safe?
"Injecting deoxycholic acid outside of the submental area can cause surrounding tissue damage. Injecting deoxycholic acid into the dermis may cause skin ulceration. If injected into or in close proximity to the facial nerve, it may cause an asymmetrical smile or facial muscle weakness."