Historically sodium deoxycholate was used as an intermediate for the production of corticosteroids, which have anti-inflammatory indications.It is used in the preparation and formulation of certain microbiological diagnostic media.An emerging use of sodium deoxycholate acid is as a biological detergent to lyse cells and solubilise cellular and membrane components, To stimulate the flow of bile, helps digestion and absorption of fat. Used to build long-term drainage patient gallbladder brash and fat indigestion and cholecystitis.