TUDCA
Tauroursodeoxycholic acid. Dietary Supplement, bile acid / liver support.
This page describes what TUDCA is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Dietary Supplement
- Legal status
- Over-the-counter (unrestricted)
- Half-life
- Unknown
- Liver strain
- Used for liver support
- Kidney strain
- None at typical doses
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- Investigational for liver and bile conditions (related to prescription ursodiol)
What it does in the body
Hepatic
- Supports bile flow; may reduce markers of liver stress
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Oral (capsule) | Unknown | N/A (not a banned substance) |
Side effects and health risks
Gastrointestinal
- Diarrhoea at high doses
Related compounds
- Creatine Monohydrate
- Creatine Hydrochloride (HCl)
- L-Glutamine
- GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)
- Dextrose
- Melatonin
- BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids)
- EAAs (Essential Amino Acids)
Questions
What is the half-life of TUDCA?
About Unknown. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is TUDCA detectable?
Testing windows of N/A (not a banned substance) are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is TUDCA legal?
Over-the-counter (unrestricted). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with TUDCA?
Ask a doctor which tests suit you.
What are the side effects of TUDCA?
Gastrointestinal: diarrhoea at high doses.
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.