Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
Chenodiol is used to treat gallstones in certain patients who will be having gallbladder surgery.
Chenodiol is a bile acid naturally found in the body. It works by preventing the production of cholesterol in the liver and dissolves the cholesterol that makes the gallstones.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: June 01, 2023
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