Product introduction
Urispas Tablet is used to treat and prevent muscle spasms of the urinary tract (the urine passing tube). It relaxes the muscles of the urinary tract to relieve symptoms like painful urination, excessive urination at night, and the inability to control urine flow.
Urispas Tablet is best taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, sweating, and nervousness. The side effects may be avoided by drinking plenty of water. It may also make you feel dizzy or sleepy, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. If any of the side effects bother you or persist, consult the doctor without delay.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any health conditions. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor prior to the treatment. Glaucoma (a disease associated with increased eye pressure) patients should be extra careful while receiving the treatment, and they must inform the doctor before initiating it.
Uses of Urispas Tablet
- Treatment of Muscle spasms of the urinary tract
Benefits of Urispas Tablet
In Treatment of Muscle spasms of the urinary tract
Urispas Tablet helps to treat uncontrollable contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles that causes frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control passing of urine. It also relieves painful, frequent, or nighttime urination and reduces urgency to urinate that may occur with some infections of the urinary tract. This medicine starts acting very quickly, within 2 to 3 hours and helps you live a better quality of life. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Side effects of Urispas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Urispas
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Nervousness
- Sweating
How to use Urispas Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Urispas Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Urispas Tablet works
Urispas Tablet is anti-spasmodic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination, and relieves associated pain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Urispas Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Urispas Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Urispas Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Urispas Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may experience drowsiness, blurred vision or vertigo whilst taking Urispas Tablet. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Urispas Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Urispas Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Urispas Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Urispas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Urispas Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Urispas Tablet helps in the treatment and prevention of muscle spasms of the urinary tract.
- It may also be used to relieve symptoms such as painful urination, excessive urination at night and the inability to control urine flow.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol or carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
- It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Chewing sugarless gum and drinking plenty of water may help.
- Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (a disease associated with increased eye pressure).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Spasmolytic Flavone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
Direct antispasmodic (Bladder)
Patient concerns
I am unable to control urination. Sometimes frequency is too much . Often drips before I start .
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Are you taking urispasHave you done usg
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I have urine infection Doctors suggest me for URISPAS tablet bt its not working m nt feeeling gud at al
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
You need an antibiotic if. You are having infection. Urispas is not an antibiotic. First get your urine culture done to see which antibiotic will work for you and then take treatment.
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I Am suffering from uti infection. I am taking urispas tab. For this disease. Mam can you tell me when and how many times a day i can take this drug for this disease
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Urispas tab helps with burning sensation but will not cure it. Antibiotics are needed to cure UTI>
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Gall bladder/urinary tract stones
Dr. Praveen Pushkar
Urology
U will require surgery to remove bladder n right vuj calculus. For gall bladder stones consult general or gastro surgeon
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Urinary tract infection and itching in the same
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
This could be due to vaginal and urinary infection. Get your urine R & M and C & S done. Take plenty of fluids. See a Gynae nearby to rule out vaginal infection .
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Urinary tract infection, painfull
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
send scan copy of lab reports
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In case of seviour urinary tract infarction treatment
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
In severe UTI you first must get a urine culture done to see for antibiotic sensitivity. Let me know the result so that I can guide you further. All the best.
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urinary tract infection with pelvic pain
Dr. Praveen Pushkar
Urology
Show me the reports.
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User feedback
Patients taking Urispas Tablet
Once A Day
80%
Twice A Day
20%
What are you using Urispas Tablet for?
How much was the improvement?
Average
45%
Excellent
36%
Poor
19%
What were the side-effects while using Urispas Tablet?
Headache
24%
Nausea
24%
Dryness in mo*
14%
Vomiting
14%
Drowsiness
10%
How do you take Urispas Tablet?
With food
87%
With or witho*
9%
Empty stomach
4%
Please rate Urispas Tablet on price
Expensive
58%
Average
39%
Not Expensive
3%
FAQs
Q. Is Urispas Tablet anticholinergic or narcotic or an antibiotic?
Urispas Tablet is an anti-spasmodic, medicines which relieve and prevent muscle spasms
Q. What is Urispas Tablet?
Urispas Tablet it belongs to a group of medicines which relieve and prevent muscle spasms. Urispas Tablet is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract which may be a result of inflammation of the bladder, prostate gland or urethra. It can also be used to relieve symptoms due to surgery, cystoscopy or catheterisation like painful urination, excessive urination at night and the inability to control urine flow. Urispas Tablet is an anti-spasmodic, medicines which relieve and prevent muscle spasms. It works by reducing the muscle contractions of your bladder and increasing the volume of urine that your bladder can hold. This will help reduce your symptoms of passing urine unexpectedly and frequently.
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: July, 2023
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FAQs
What is the side effects of Urispas? ›
Nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, and nervousness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Can we take Urispas daily? ›The recommended adult dosage is one tablet three times a day for as long as required. The safety and efficacy of Urispas in children aged <12 years have not yet been established. Oral administration. The tablets should be taken after a meal in order to prevent nausea.
What is Urispas good for? ›Urispas contains an anti-spasmodic which works by inhibiting bladder contractions in the urinary tract in addition to reducing associated pain. Urispas is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract which may be a result of inflammation of the bladder, prostate gland or urethra.
Does Urispas stop frequent urination? ›Urispas Tablet is anti-spasmodic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination, and relieves associated pain.
Is Urispas safe? ›You should not use Urispas if you are allergic to it, or if you have: blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines); stomach or intestinal bleeding; or. bladder obstruction or if you are unable to urinate.
How long does Urispas effect last? ›57% of the flavoxate HC1 was excreted in the urine within 24 hours. Flavoxate hydrochloride counteracts smooth muscle spasm of the urinary tract and exerts its effect directly on the muscle.
How can I stop frequent urination? ›- Avoiding drinking fluids before going to bed.
- Limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine you drink.
- Doing Kegel exercises to build up strength in your pelvic floor. ...
- Wearing a protective pad or underwear to avoid leaks.
Dosage for Urispas
The dose of Urispas for adults and children over 12 years of age is one or two 100 mg tablets 3 or 4 times a day. This drug is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
The usual recommended dose for adults and adolescents over 12 years is flavoxate 200 mg 3 or 4 times a day. It is best to take these tablets after meals. Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications.
Is Urispas good for kidney stones? ›Urispas won't dissolve kidney stones. You need to take plenty of water. If at all medication is needed you need to take pottasium citrate. That helps to dissolve the stones.
Can we take Urispas empty stomach? ›
Also, avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Urispas 200 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of treatment based on your clinical condition. It may take some time for your bladder to adapt and your symptoms to improve.
Why does urine infection happen? ›Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are usually caused by bacteria from poo entering the urinary tract. The bacteria enter through the tube that carries pee out of the body (urethra). Women have a shorter urethra than men. This means bacteria are more likely to reach the bladder or kidneys and cause an infection.
What can cause bladder infection? ›Bacterial cystitis
UTIs typically occur when bacteria outside the body enter the urinary tract through the urethra and begin to multiply. Most cases of cystitis are caused by a type of Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria. But other types of bacteria can cause infections, too.
- Try heat. Apply warm compresses, a hot water bottle or heating pad to your pelvis. ...
- Boost your water intake. Drinking six to eight, 8-oz. ...
- Take an OTC medication. ...
- Put on your comfy clothes. ...
- Sip some cranberry juice. ...
- Steer clear of bladder irritants.
Listen to pronunciation. (yoo-REE-thruh) The tube through which urine leaves the body. It empties urine from the bladder.
Can I take paracetamol with Urispas? ›...
Drug Interaction Classification.
Major | Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. |
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Unknown | No interaction information available. |
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How is Urispas Supplied.
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety | ||
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Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength |
flavoxate hydrochloride (flavoxate) | flavoxate | 100 mg |
Interactions between your drugs
Using hyoscyamine together with flavoxATE may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems.
- Oxybutynin (Ditropan XL, Oxytrol, Gelnique)
- Tolterodine (Detrol, Detrol LA)
- Darifenacin.
- Solifenacin (Vesicare, Vesicare LS)
- Trospium.
- Fesoterodine (Toviaz)
During sleep time, your body produces less urine that is more concentrated. This means that most people don't need to wake up during the night to urinate and can sleep uninterrupted for 6 to 8 hours. If you need to wake up two times or more per night to urinate, you may have nocturia.
What is the best medicine for bladder control? ›
Anticholinergics. These medications can calm an overactive bladder and may be helpful for urge incontinence. Examples include oxybutynin (Ditropan XL), tolterodine (Detrol), darifenacin (Enablex), fesoterodine (Toviaz), solifenacin (Vesicare) and trospium chloride. Mirabegron (Myrbetriq).
What are the 7 types of antibiotics? ›- Aminoglycosides. ...
- Carbapenems. ...
- Cephalosporins. ...
- Fluoroquinolones. ...
- Glycopeptides and lipoglycopeptides. ...
- Macrolides.
Symptoms of a kidney infection often come on within a few hours. You can feel feverish, shivery, sick and have a pain in your back or side. In addition to feeling unwell like this, you may also have symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) such as cystitis.
What are the symptoms of urinary tract infection in females? ›- Pain or burning while urinating.
- Frequent urination.
- Feeling the need to urinate despite having an empty bladder.
- Bloody urine.
- Pressure or cramping in the groin or lower abdomen.
Flavoxate can start to work as quickly as 55 minutes after taking the dose, but it could take up to 2 hours to feel the full effects.
Can flavoxate be used for UTI? ›This medication is used to treat certain bladder/urinary tract symptoms. Flavoxate is a smooth-muscle relaxant. It works by relaxing the muscles in the bladder.
How can I stop frequent urination? ›- Avoiding drinking fluids before going to bed.
- Limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine you drink.
- Doing Kegel exercises to build up strength in your pelvic floor. ...
- Wearing a protective pad or underwear to avoid leaks.
Urispas won't dissolve kidney stones. You need to take plenty of water. If at all medication is needed you need to take pottasium citrate. That helps to dissolve the stones.
Can we take Urispas empty stomach? ›It is used to treat. 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.
What is the best medicine for frequent urination? ›- Oxybutynin (Ditropan XL, Oxytrol, Gelnique)
- Tolterodine (Detrol, Detrol LA)
- Darifenacin.
- Solifenacin (Vesicare, Vesicare LS)
- Trospium.
- Fesoterodine (Toviaz)
How many times is normal to urinate at night? ›
During sleep time, your body produces less urine that is more concentrated. This means that most people don't need to wake up during the night to urinate and can sleep uninterrupted for 6 to 8 hours. If you need to wake up two times or more per night to urinate, you may have nocturia.
What is the best medicine for bladder control? ›Anticholinergics. These medications can calm an overactive bladder and may be helpful for urge incontinence. Examples include oxybutynin (Ditropan XL), tolterodine (Detrol), darifenacin (Enablex), fesoterodine (Toviaz), solifenacin (Vesicare) and trospium chloride. Mirabegron (Myrbetriq).
What is the fastest way to cure a urine infection? ›- Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (Bactrim) is a first choice because it works very well and can treat a UTI in as little as 3 days when taken twice a day. ...
- Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid) is another first choice for UTIs, but it has to be taken a bit longer than Bactrim.
- Aminoglycosides. ...
- Carbapenems. ...
- Cephalosporins. ...
- Fluoroquinolones. ...
- Glycopeptides and lipoglycopeptides. ...
- Macrolides.
- having sex.
- pregnancy.
- conditions that block the urinary tract – such as kidney stones.
- conditions that make it difficult to fully empty the bladder – such as an enlarged prostate in men and constipation in children.
- urinary catheters (a tube in your bladder used to drain urine)
Urispas is not an antibiotic, and does not cure infections. Urispas is available in generic form.
Can I take paracetamol with Urispas? ›...
Drug Interaction Classification.
Major | Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. |
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Unknown | No interaction information available. |
Pain relievers.
Passing a small stone can cause some discomfort. To relieve mild pain, your doctor may recommend pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve).
Interactions between your drugs
Using hyoscyamine together with flavoxATE may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems.
Urikind Tablet is used to treat and prevent muscle spasms of the urinary tract (the urine passing tube). It relaxes the muscles of the urinary tract to relieve symptoms like painful urination, excessive urination at night, and the inability to control urine flow.
What is Urimax 0.4 used for? ›
Urimax 0.4 Capsule 30's belongs to the category of medicine called 'alpha-blocker' primarily used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia - BPH (enlarged prostate), and urinary bladder outlet obstruction.