Urispas Tablet

Urispas tablet contains flavoxate as its active ingredient. It is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract. Urispas helps to relieve symptoms like frequent urination, excessive urination at night and painful urination.

It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. This tablet should be preferable to be taken after food. Before using the Urispas tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

Seek urgent medical help if you feel you have taken too much of the Urispas tablet.

Missed a Dose

In case you’ve missed taking any dose of Urispas tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Flavoxate in Urispas tablet works by relaxing the muscles in the bladder.

Directions for Use

• Urispas tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, preferably after food to prevent nausea.
• Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Urispas tablet during pregnancy?

Urispas tablet should preferably be avoided during pregnancy as there is limited information available about its safety in pregnant women. It is essential to always consult a doctor before starting any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Urispas tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if Flavoxate passes into human breastmilk, hence, you should not use the Urispas tablet while breastfeeding. It is important to consult the doctor before using any medication while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Urispas tablet?

Urispas tablet might make you feel sleepy and blur your vision, you should avoid driving until you feel well and your vision is clear.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Urispas tablet?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with the Urispas tablet as it may worsen the side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are suffering from kidney problems.
• You have any blockage in your stomach or intestine.
• You have any problems with your bladder.
• You are pregnant, think you may be or are planning a pregnancy.
• Urispas tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to flavoxate or any other ingredients of the Urispas tablet.
• If you have problems in completely emptying your bladder or while passing urine.
• If you have bleeding in your stomach or intestine.
• If you have problems with your stomach or intestines (like a blockage in your stomach or intestine).
• If you have a rare disorder making it is difficult for food and liquid to pass into the stomach (Achalasia).
• If you have glaucoma.
• If you are suffering from a condition that causes muscle weakness.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Sleepiness
• Dry mouth
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Skin rash
• Blurred vision

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Urispas tablet may interact with other medicines, discuss it with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking.
• Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.

Interactions with food items

Your doctor may recommend you take the Urispas tablet after having your meal to prevent nausea.

Storage and disposal

• Store the Urispas tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.
• Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
• Discard any unused medicine properly. Do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Urispas tablet effective?

Urispas tablet is effective if taken at dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking medicine once you start feeling good, there are high chances that the symptoms may reoccur.

Can Urispas tablet be taken on an empty stomach?

Your doctor may recommend that you take the Urispas tablet after having your meal to prevent nausea.

How long to take the Urispas tablet?

The dose and duration of the Urispas tablet will depend on the response to treatment. Follow your doctor's instructions and don't stop taking this medicine on your own.

Is there any side effect of Urispas?

Nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dry mouth, stomach pain, etc are few common side effects.

Can Urispas be used in children?

It is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking.

Will the use of Urispas 200 tablet affect my fertility?

No data regarding the above was studied. It is advised to consult your physician for the same.

Is Urispas 200 tablet carcinogenic?

No data regarding the above was studied. Consult your doctor for the above.

What is Urispas used for?

• Urispas tablet is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract.
• It also helps to relieve symptoms like frequent urination, excessive urination at night and painful urination.

Can I take Urispas for UTI?

No, Urispas tablet cannot be used for the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Is Urispas antibiotic?

No, Urispas tablet is not an antibiotic medicine. It is an antimuscarinic that works by relaxing the bladder muscles.

How does Urispas tablet work?

Urispas tablet works by relaxing the muscles in the bladder.

When to take Urispas?

Urispas tablets should be taken after a meal to prevent nausea. However, you should always take this medicine exactly as recommended by your doctor.