Primary Biliary Cirrhosis Treatment
Can this condition be treated? What Primary Biliary Cirrhosis treatment options are available? Learn more below about the current treatments available to patients.
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How to Treat Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Although there is no known cure for PBC, a variety of treatments may alleviate symptoms, slow the progression of liver damage, and reduce the possibility of complications.
Treatment may include:
Medications
Medications may include:
- Cholestyramine (Questran) and/or colestipol (Colestid)-to control itching
- Ursodeoxycholic acid (URSO 250 or Actigall)-if your doctor believes it can slow the progression of your disease
Vitamin Supplements
Most doctors prescribe, or recommend PBC patients take vitamin supplements, particularly vitamins A, D, K, and calcium, because natural forms of these vitamins cannot be absorbed properly when there is too little bile in the intestines.
Liver Transplant
Once liver damage has become severe, a liver transplant is recommended for patients with PBC.
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