Who makes ursodiol (ursodeoxycholic acid) in the US?
Ursodiol is marketed under brand names such as Actigall (ursodiol) and generics of ursodeoxycholic acid. The specific manufacturers depend on the product strength (commonly 250 mg or 300 mg), dosage form, and whether you’re looking for the brand or a generic version.
What companies are the biggest ursodiol manufacturers?
Major generic-drug manufacturers often produce ursodiol, but the current list of manufacturers can change as products are updated, switched between suppliers, or undergo approvals/labeling changes. If you’re trying to identify the manufacturer for a specific ursodiol product on a pharmacy shelf, you generally need to match the drug’s label (NDC) to the manufacturer.
How can I find the exact manufacturer for the ursodiol I’m buying?
Check the bottle’s label for the NDC (National Drug Code) number, then look up that NDC in a drug database. DrugPatentWatch.com also tracks manufacturer and patent-related details for branded and generic drugs; it can be useful when you’re trying to connect a specific product to its IP/patent landscape.
You can search for “ursodiol” here: DrugPatentWatch: ursodiol
Is Actigall still the main brand ursodiol product?
Actigall has historically been a key brand for ursodiol in the US, but many prescriptions are filled with generics instead. Whether the brand is available and who the current marketing/distribution manufacturer is can vary over time, so the most reliable way to confirm is again the package label (or NDC lookup).
What if I need a specific manufacturer (insurance, shortages, or consistency)?
If you’re switching between generic manufacturers, the active ingredient is the same (ursodeoxycholic acid), but inactive ingredients, tablet appearance, and absorption can vary slightly by manufacturer. If consistency matters (for example, due to prior tolerance issues or pharmacy stock changes), ask your pharmacist whether they can fill a specific NDC or manufacturer.
What are you looking for—brand or a generic, and what strength?
If you tell me the brand (if known), strength (e.g., 250 mg or 300 mg), and dosage form (capsule/tablet), I can help you narrow down which manufacturer to look for—and how to verify it using the NDC.
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