Used primarily in medicine to treat liver and gallbladder conditions, it helps dissolve cholesterol gallstones in patients who cannot undergo surgery. It is also effective in managing primary biliary cholangitis by reducing liver enzyme levels and slowing disease progression. Additionally, it is utilized in certain metabolic disorders to improve bile flow and reduce toxicity in the liver. In dermatology, it is explored for its potential to treat skin conditions linked to bile acid imbalances. Its anti-inflammatory and cytoprotective properties make it valuable in various therapeutic applications.