Pentosan polysulfate sodium

Pentosan polysulfate sodium is used for treatment of certain medical conditions like interstitial cystitis and thrombi. It works by forming a layer over the bladder wall and protecting it from irritating or harmful substances present in the urine thus providing relief from the disorders, discomforts and pain caused by interstitial cystitis. It also prevents clotting of blood by acting as an anticoagulant.

You should consult your doctor before taking Pentosan polysulfate sodium if you have a conditon of blood clotting disorder, intestinal polyps, stomach ulcer, liver disease, history of stroke or aneurysm, or diverticulitis. Pregnant or breastfeeding females should also consult a doctor before taking Pentosan polysulfate sodium .

There are a variety of side effects that have been reported after the use of Pentosan polysulfate sodium such as gastriointestinal problems like stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhoea, Other side effects you may face are headache, hairloss, insomnia and rashes. You may also experience easy bruising due to the anticoagulant effects of Pentosan polysulfate sodium . If any of these last for prolonged periods then you should see a doctor immediately.

Pentosan polysulfate sodium is usually taken by mouth three times a day and checkup should be done every three months to measure progress. You should take it on an empty stomch at least one or two hours before a meal.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Interstitial Cystitis

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Hair Loss

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea

• Headache

• Rash

• Dyspepsia

• Abdominal Pain

• Liver Function Abnormal

• Dizziness

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Cystopen 100mg capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Pentosan polysulfate sodium, please consult your doctor.\n

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Pentosan polysulfate sodium as ingredient

• Cystopen Capsule

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Comfora 100Mg Capsule

  Swati Spentose Pvt Ltd

• For-Ic 100Mg Capsule

  Cipla Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

This medication is used as an alternative to human pepsin enzyme incase of pancreatic enzyme deficiency. A proteolytic enzyme, it helps in the digestion of proteins by converting them to peptides.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.