Flavoxan tablet 200mg

About Flavoxan tablet 200mg

Flavoxan Tablet Uses

• Painful urination (dysuria)
• Urgency and frequent urination
• Bladder spasm and lower abdominal discomfort
• Symptoms of cystitis, prostatitis or urethritis
• Bladder irritation after urinary procedures

Flavoxan Tablet Benefits

• Relaxes the bladder muscle to ease spasm
• Helps reduce the urge to pass urine often
• Can make urinary symptoms more comfortable while the cause is treated

What Experts Say

Flavoxan contains flavoxate hydrochloride 200mg, a urinary antispasmodic. It relaxes the smooth muscle of the bladder and urinary tract, which eases pain, urgency and frequent urination. It is often used for a short period until the cause of the urinary problem has been treated.

It treats symptoms and does not kill bacteria. When a urinary infection is present, doctors usually prescribe an antibiotic as well, so a urine test is often advised. Drinking enough water and finishing any antibiotics prescribed alongside it supports recovery.

Dry mouth, drowsiness and blurred vision can occur. Flavoxate should not be used when there is blockage of the urinary tract or bowel, or with glaucoma, and driving should be avoided if you feel dizzy. Ask a doctor first if you have glaucoma, are older, or notice ongoing pain, fever or blood in your urine. Avoid caffeine and spicy food if they worsen bladder irritation.

Drug Class

• Urinary antispasmodic (smooth muscle relaxant)

Flavoxan tablet 200mg formula

• Flavoxate Hydrochloride 200mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Flavoxan tablet 200mg?

• Take Flavoxan exactly as your doctor prescribes.
• Swallow the tablet with water, with or without food.
• Do not stop the antibiotic your doctor gave for a urine infection when symptoms ease.
• Report a fever, blood in the urine or worsening pain to your doctor.

Drug Interactions

• Anticholinergic medicines: Antihistamines, some antidepressants and antispasmodics may add to dry mouth, blurred vision and constipation.
• Alcohol and sedatives: They may increase sleepiness and dizziness.

Risks and warnings

• Blockage: Not for people with a blocked urinary tract, bowel obstruction or severe stomach and gut bleeding.
• Glaucoma: Use with caution in people with glaucoma.
• Drowsiness and vision: May cause dizziness and blurred vision, so avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
• Pregnancy and children: Safety is not well established, so use only if your doctor advises.

Flavoxan Tablet Side Effects

• Dry mouth
• Drowsiness
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Fast heartbeat
• Skin rash

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from light and moisture.
• Keep the tablets in the original strip until use.
• Keep out of reach of children.