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Flavoxate Hydrochloride


  • Flavoxate hydrochloride is used in the treatment of conditions which cause muscle spasms of the urinary tract.

About flavoxate hydrochloride

Type of medicine Urinary antispasmodic
Used for Treatment of conditions which cause muscle spasms of the urinary tract
Also called Urispas
Available as Tablets

Flavoxate Hydrochloride works by reducing muscle spasms of the bladder.

Before taking flavoxate hydrochloride

Before taking flavoxate hydrochloride make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

  • If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
  • If you have a condition which causes a blockage of the stomach, bowel, or urinary tract.
  • If you suffer from bleeding from the stomach or bowel.
  • If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or any other medicine.
  • If you have ever suffered from glaucoma.
  • If you are taking any other medicines, including those available to buy without a prescription, herbal and complementary medicines.
  • Flavoxate hydrochloride is not usually given to children under 12 years of age.

How to take flavoxate hydrochloride

  • Take your medication exactly as directed by your doctor.
  • Always read the manufacturer's information leaflet, if possible, before beginning treatment.
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember and continue taking it at the usual times. If it is nearly time for your next dose, leave out the missed dose, never take two doses at the same time to make up. If in doubt speak to your pharmacist or doctor.
  • Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of flavoxate hydrochloride contact your doctor or go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital at once. Always take the container with you, if possible, even if empty.
  • This medicine is for you. Never give it to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.

Getting the most from your treatment

  • Before taking any 'over-the-counter' medicines, check with your pharmacist which medicines are safe for you to take alongside flavoxate hydrochloride.
  • Before having any kind of treatment, including dental or emergency treatment, tell the doctor, dentist or surgeon you are taking flavoxate hydrochloride.

Can flavoxate hydrochloride cause problems?

Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side-effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects continue or become troublesome.

Common side-effects What can I do if I experience this
Nausea Eat little and often. Stick to simple foods such as dry toast
Vomiting Drink plenty of liquid. Stick to simple foods such as dry toast
Diarrhoea Drink plenty of water to replace lost fluids
Dry mouth Try chewing sugar-free gum, sucking pieces of ice or sugar-free sweets
Drowsiness Make sure your reactions are normal before driving, operating machinery or doing any other jobs which could be dangerous if you were not fully alert. Avoid alcohol; it will increase any feelings of drowsiness
Headache Ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable pain-killer. If headache continues speak with your doctor
Blurred vision Make sure your eyesight is normal before driving, operating machinery or doing any other jobs which could be dangerous if you cannot see properly. If blurred vision continues contact your doctor

Occasionally, flavoxate hydrochloride may cause other side-effects including dizziness, irregular heart beat and a reduced number of white blood cells.
Important: if you experience rash, itching, skin redness, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the throat stop taking the tablets and see your doctor straight away.

How to store flavoxate hydrochloride

  • Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
  • Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Important information about all medicines


  • Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Make sure that the person prescribing this medicine knows about any other medicines that you are taking. This includes medicines you buy and herbal and homeopathic medicines.
  • If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take with your other medicines.
  • Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking any medicine.
  • Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of this medicine go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital at once. Always take the container with you, if possible, even if it is empty.
  • If you are having any treatment like an operation or dental treatment tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.
  • Always read the printed information leaflet that comes with your medicine.
  • This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
  • Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you.
  • If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.

References

  • Manufacturer's PIL, Urispas®, Recordati, electronic Medicines Compendium. Dated April 2007, accessed 23/11/2007
  • British National Formulary; 54th Edition (September 2007) British Medical Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, London (link to current BNF).
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