- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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NepMeds
Last Updated On: Jul 14, 2023
Flavox 200mg
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Product Overview
FLAVOX 200MG TABLET contains Flavoxate which belongs to the group of medicines called Urinary Antispasmodics. It is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract. It can also be used to relieve the unpleasant urinary symptoms (such as excessive or painful urination or urinary incontinence) associated with any surgical or diagnostic procedures (such as cystoscopy or catheterisation).
Uses
It is used to:
- Treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract
- Relieve unpleasant urinary symptoms (such as excessive or painful urination or urinary incontinence) associated with any surgical or diagnostic procedures
Side Effect
COMMON
- Nausea
UNCOMMON
- Sleepiness
- Problems in vision
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Upset stomach
- Skin rash
How to use
Take FLAVOX 200MG TABLET preferably after meals or as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking FLAVOX 200MG TABLET without consulting your doctor.
How It works
FLAVOX 200MG TABLET is an antispasmodic medication. It relaxes the muscles surrounding the bladder. This helps in reducing bladder contraction in patients with bladder inflammation which, therefore reduces pain and spasms associated with it. It also helps the bladder to hold a more volume of urine and controls urine flow which helps in reducing unpleasant urinary symptoms.
What if you forget to take?
If you forget to take a dose of FLAVOX 200MG TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time to take the next dose, skip the missed dose of FLAVOX 200MG TABLET and take the next one at the regular time. Do not take a double dose of FLAVOX 200MG TABLET to compensate the missed dose.
Safety Advice for Flavox 200mg
PREGNANCY
The safety and effectiveness of FLAVOX 200MG TABLET is not established in pregnant women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking FLAVOX 200MG TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby as a precaution.
DRIVING
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience sleepiness or blurred vision after taking FLAVOX 200MG TABLET.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FLAVOX 200MG TABLET a muscle relaxant?
FLAVOX 200MG TABLET is an antispasmodic medication. It relaxes the muscles surrounding the bladder. This helps in reducing bladder contraction in patients with bladder inflammation which, therefore reduces pain and spasms associated with it.
Can I take FLAVOX 200MG TABLET to treat my stomach pain?
No, FLAVOX 200MG TABLET is not used in the treatment of stomach pain. It is used to treat muscles spasm in urinary tract only. Stomach pain could be of various other reasons, so kindly avoid using FLAVOX 200MG TABLET for stomach pain and if you have been diagnosed with any other stomach disorders, kindly consult your doctor before using it.