Betheran 25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Betheran tablet is used for the treatment of urinary retention (difficulty to pass urine) caused due to surgery or delivering a baby. It contains bethanechol as its active medicine that works by increasing the tone of the bladder muscle and causing contraction of bladder muscle which helps to pass urine and cause relief of nonobstructive urinary retention. Take Betheran as advised by your treating doctor at the prescribed dose and duration.

Before, starting the treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor about all the medical and medication history.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, drooling (unintentional flow of saliva outside the mouth), stomach discomfort, feeling of warmth. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It works by increasing the tone of the bladder muscle and causing contraction of bladder muscle which helps to pass urine and cause relief of nonobstructive urinary retention.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine on an empty stomach as prescribed by your doctor.
• You should take this medicine regularly at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
• You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Betheran tablet during pregnancy?

It is not known whether components of this medicine can cause harm to unborn babies or not, thus it should be avoided in pregnant women. If you become pregnant while on the treatment with this medicine immediately inform your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Betheran tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of this medicine are not known to pass in breastmilk. However, this medicine should be avoided if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Betheran tablet?

This medicine can cause drowsiness. Therefore do not drive until you know how the medicine affects you.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Betheran tablet?

Consuming alcohol with this medicine can increase sleepiness and dizziness. Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a heart problem or thyroid disorder or any pre-existing health condition.
• You have a urination problem or bladder infection.
• You have a stomach or bowel problem.
• Your blood pressure is low.
• You have breathing difficulty.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to bethanechol medicine or any other ingredients of Betheran tablet.
• If you have any kind of heart disease such as low blood pressure or slow heartbeats.
• If you have pre-existing health conditions such as asthma, overactive thyroid, fits, stomach or bowel ulcer, Parkinson's disease (a brain disorder) etc.
• If you have peritonitis (inflammation of the membrane lining the inner abdominal wall and covering organs inside the abdomen).
• If you had undergone surgery on the bladder or intestines recently.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Loose motion
• Stomach cramps
• A feeling of an urgent need for urination
• Burping
• Increase salivation
• Increase sweating

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Betheran tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines such as painkillers.

Storage and disposal

• Store at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take Betheran tablet if I have asthma?

Betheran tablet should not be taken if you have asthma, as it can cause narrowing of airways causing breathing difficulty.

Can Betheran tablet cause constipation?

Betheran tablet does not cause constipation, in contrast, it can cause loose motions as a side effect of using this medicine.