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Can I eat before taking tauroselcholic acid?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Preparation instructions vary between departments. Follow the appointment letter or contact the nuclear medicine team rather than assuming fasting is required.

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