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Compare Chenodal vs. Ctexli

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  • Chenodal (chenodiol)
    Ctexli (chenodiol)
  • Chenodal (chenodiol)
    Ctexli (chenodiol)

  • Summary of Chenodal vs. Ctexli

    Summary for Bile acid
    Prescription only

    Chenodal (chenodiol) can be taken to dissolve certain types of gallstones (radiolucent), but it's not commonly used because it can damage the liver. This medication is only for select people who can't get their gallbladder surgically removed because of their age or other health problems. If Chenodal (chenodiol) can't dissolve your stones, you might still need surgery to remove your gallbladder. You will need to follow up with your provider periodically while on this medication.

    Summary for Bile acid
    Prescription only

    Ctexli (chenodiol) is a bile acid medication that’s used to treat adults with a rare genetic condition called cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX). It replaces a missing bile acid in the body to help get rid of harmful substances that build up from the condition. The dose is taken by mouth three times daily, with or without food. Common side effects include diarrhea, headache, high blood pressure, and muscle weakness. Ctexli (chenodiol) also has a risk of liver damage, so look out for signs like yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, or stomach pain.

  • Indications of Chenodal vs. Ctexli

    Indications for
    •Dissolving radiolucent gallstones
    Indications for
    •Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX) in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Chenodal vs. Ctexli

    Pros and Const for Bile acid
    Pros
    •Is a form of bile acid that is naturally produced in your body
    •Most of the common side effects go away relatively quickly
    •Provides an alternative for people who cannot have surgery to remove their gallbladder
    Cons
    •Only available as a brand medication
    •Can't take if pregnant or have a history of liver problems
    •Requires regular check ups due to liver and cholesterol problems
    •Stones have recurred within 5 years in about half of the people taking this medication
    Pros and Const for Bile acid
    Pros
    •The only FDA-approved treatment for CTX
    •Helps lower the level of harmful substances (like cholestanol) in people with CTX
    •May help improve CTX symptoms or stop them from getting worse
    Cons
    •May harm the liver
    •Need at least yearly blood tests to check your liver during treatment
    •Not approved for children, since we don’t know if it’s safe or if it works well for them

  • Common Side Effects of Chenodal vs. Ctexli

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (30-40%)
    •Rise in liver enzyme levels (30% or more)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (36%)
    •Headache (21%)
    •Stomach pain (14%)
    •Constipation (14%)
    •High blood pressure (14%)
    •Muscle weakness (14%)
    •Fall (14%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (14%)

  • Warnings of Chenodal vs. Ctexli

    Common Side Effects for
    •Only for select people
    •Liver problems
    •Diarrhea
    •Harm to your unborn baby
    Common Side Effects for
    •Liver injury

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