You will likely lose weight rapidly which puts you at higher risk of developing gallstones.
In a study of 1,004 people with a BMI of 38 or greater, participants took either ursodiol or a placebo (inactive pills) while on a low-calorie diet for 16 weeks. On average, participants lost 47 to 50 pounds.
Gallstones formed in 23% of people who took placebo but in only 3% of those who took ursodiol 600 mg/day.
In a study of 312 people with a BMI of 40 or greater, participants took either ursodiol or a placebo (inactive pills) for 6 months after gastric bypass surgery. On average, participants lost 64 to 74 pounds.
Gallstones formed in 23% of people who took placebo but in only 1% of those who took ursodiol 600 mg/day.
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