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Obenow 10 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Obenow 10 mg Tablet is used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis (an autoimmune disease caused by damage of bile ducts in the liver). It contains Obeticholic acid, which helps improve liver function by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver. It increases the removal of bile from the liver and reduces inflammation.
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Composition :

OBETICHOLIC ACID-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Obenow 10 mg Tablet

Obenow 10 mg Tablet is used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis. Primary biliary cholangitis, also known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is an autoimmune disease caused by damage of bile ducts in the liver. Biliary cirrhosis causes a build-up of bile in the liver, which leads to liver damage.  
 
Obenow 10 mg Tablet contains ‘Obeticholic acid’, which helps improve liver function by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver, increases the removal of bile from the liver, and reduces inflammation, thereby helping treat primary biliary cirrhosis.
 
Take Obenow 10 mg Tablet as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as stomach pain, tiredness, dizziness, constipation, and palpitations. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Obenow 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents. Obenow 10 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Obenow 10 mg Tablet ; consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Obenow 10 mg Tablet

Treatment of Primary biliary cirrhosis.

Directions for Use

• Obenow 10 mg Tablet can be taken with food to prevent stomach upset.• It is usually taken once daily or as prescribed by your doctor.• Swallow the whole Obenow 10 mg Tablet with a glass of water.• Do not break, chew, or crush it.

Medicinal Benefits

Obenow 10 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called farnesoid X-receptor agonists used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis/primary biliary cholangitis. Obenow 10 mg Tablet helps improve liver function by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver and reduces inflammation, thereby helping treat primary biliary cirrhosis.

How Obenow 10 mg Tablet Works

Obenow 10 mg Tablet contains ‘Obeticholic acid’, which helps improve liver function by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver, increases the removal of bile from the liver, and reduces inflammation, thereby helping treat primary biliary cirrhosis.

Storage

Keep Obenow 10 mg Tablet out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Obenow 10 mg Tablet
  • Include omega-3 rich foods in your diet to reduce inflammation.
  • Eat antioxidant-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and nuts to promote overall skin health.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Maintain a healthy skin care routine, using gentle, fragrance-free products.
  • Wear loose, breathable clothing to minimize irritation.
  • Keep fingernails short and clean to prevent further skin damage.
  • Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air, reducing dryness and itchiness.
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation or deep breathing to manage stress levels.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
Here are the steps to manage Joint Pain caused by medication usage:
  • Please inform your doctor about joint pain symptoms, as they may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Your doctor may prescribe common pain relievers if necessary to treat joint discomfort.
  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to relieving joint discomfort. Regular exercise, such as low-impact sports like walking, cycling, or swimming, should be combined with a well-balanced diet. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to assist your body in repairing and rebuilding tissue.
  • Applying heat or cold packs to the affected joint can help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Please track when joint pain occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • If your joint pain is severe or prolonged, consult a doctor to rule out any underlying disorders that may require treatment.
  • Throat pain can worsen if there is no proper rest for your throat.
  • Drink plenty of warm fluids and frequently gargle with salt water.
  • Humidify the surrounding air using a humidifier, as dry air may increase dryness and throat pain.
  • Consider taking lozenges or hard candy throat pain relievers, which give a soothing effect.
  • Take enough rest and stay in warm places to reduce pain quickly.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.

What if I have taken an overdose of Obenow 10 mg Tablet

Take Obenow 10 mg Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark-coloured urine, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, nausea, vomiting, or swelling in the area around the stomach. If you experience any of these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Obenow 10 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have a complete blockage of the biliary tract (liver, bile ducts, and gall bladder). Inform your doctor if you experience itching that is difficult to tolerate. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Obenow 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children or adolescents. Obenow 10 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Consult a doctor immediately if you experience yellowing of the skin/eyes, black/tarry stools, dark urine, coughing up/vomiting blood, confusion, slurred speech, mood swings, anxiety, swelling in and around the stomach.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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Obeticholic acidTizanidine
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How does the drug interact with Obenow 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Tizanidine and Obenow 10 mg Tablet can increase tizanidine's blood levels and risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Obenow 10 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include foods such as bell peppers, citrus fruits, leafy vegetables, tomatoes, milk, fish, low-fat dairy, beans, nuts, lentils, tofu and tempeh.
  • Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet that includes fruits and vegetables.
  • Avoid high-fat, trans-fat, and processed foods.
  • White bread, white pasta and sugars should be avoided.
  • Avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS

Obenow 10 mg Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Obenow 10 mg Tablet . Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, as limited information is available regarding the usage of Obenow 10 mg Tablet during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Obenow 10 mg Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Obenow 10 mg Tablet does not affect your ability to drive. However, you are advised to omit driving if you experience dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this. Inform your doctor if you have/had liver cirrhosis.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Obenow 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children or adolescents.

Have a query?

FAQs

Obenow 10 mg Tablet is used to treat primary biliary cirrhosis. Primary biliary cholangitis, also known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is an autoimmune disease caused by damage of bile ducts in the liver. Biliary cirrhosis causes a build-up of bile in the liver, which leads to liver damage.

Obenow 10 mg Tablet helps improve liver functioning by reducing the production and build-up of bile in the liver and reduces inflammation.

Do not discontinue Obenow 10 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Obenow 10 mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Obenow 10 mg Tablet .

Constipation might be a side-effect of Obenow 10 mg Tablet . Drink lots of fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience constipation. Talk to your doctor if you have severe constipation.

Consult your doctor before taking Obenow 10 mg Tablet along with bile acid-binding resins, as they might lower the effect of Obenow 10 mg Tablet . If prescribed, maintain a gap of 4-6hours between Obenow 10 mg Tablet and bile acid-binding resins. Bile acid-binding resins are used to lower blood cholesterol levels.

Obenow 10 mg Tablet may cause palpitation, a sensation that the heart is racing, pounding, or fluttering. A minor fluctuation should not be a worry; however, if palpitations continue or you begin to feel unwell, speak with your doctor.

Obenow 10 mg Tablet is used to treat primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), an autoimmune liver disease. Adults with PBC and individuals who haven't responded to other treatments may need to take OCA, but only if advised by their doctor.

You can use Obenow 10 mg Tablet combined with ursodeoxycholic acid to treat primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), but only if your doctor advises.

Before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines, to avoid potential interactions and minimise side effects.

Common side effects of Obenow 10 mg Tablet may include stomach pain, tiredness, dizziness, constipation, and palpitations. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, as limited information is available regarding the usage of Obenow 10 mg Tablet during pregnancy.

Obenow 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children or adolescents.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India.
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Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:54 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2561.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/obeticholic-acid.html
  3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/207999s000lbl.pdf
  4. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a616033.html#:~:text=Obeticholic%20acid%20is%20in%20a,of%20bile%20from%20the%20liver.

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