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Urivoid 25mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Bethanechol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Urivoid 25mg Tablet

Urivoid 25mg Tablet is used to treat the problem of urinary incontinence. It causes stimulation to the bladder muscles to contract so that there can be easier flow of urine. It is called a cholinergic agent. It may be used for other purposes as decided by the doctor. You must take due precautions if you are allergic to any of the components of the drug. Undergo a thorough diagnosis if you have previously suffered from liver, heart, lung or kidney diseases, if you have fluctuating blood pressure, a history of abdominal or gastric problems like inflammation of stomach lining, ulcers, or if you are suffering from respiratory problems like asthma. You must make the doctor aware if you taking any prescription drugs or hormonal oral contraceptives. Take medical advice if you are pregnant, planning to conceive any time soon or already a breastfeeding mother. Some medicines are unsuitable in this condition and risky to fetal/infant health.

The medicine has several side effects which include dizziness, vision changes, drowsiness, allergic reactions on the skin, gastric pain or abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, constant urge to urinate, constipation, increase of asthma attacks or fluctuations in the blood pressure. You must try to stay away from extremely high temperatures, alcohol, smoking and sun exposure during the period of treatment.

    What are the side effects of Urivoid 25mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Urivoid 25mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

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

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • 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.

    What are the substitutes for Urivoid 25mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Urivoid 25mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    How does this medication work?

    Urivoid 25mg Tablet works to treat urinary bladder inconsistency by directly stimulating parasympathetic nervous system cholinergic receptors and also slightly stimulates the ganglia. This increases detrusor urinae muscles to stimulate micturition. It also increases gastric muscle tone to stimulate gastric motility.

      FAQs about Urivoid 25mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Urivoid 25mg Tablet?

        Ans : Urivoid 25mg Tablet is a medication which has Bethanechol as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by increasing the detrusor muscle contraction facilitating urination. Urivoid 25mg Tablet is used to treat conditions such as Nonobstructive urinary retention, Acute urinary retention after surgery, childbirth, various diseases of urinary bladder, etc.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Urivoid 25mg Tablet?

        Ans : Urivoid 25mg Tablet is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Nonobstructive urinary retention and Acute urinary retention after surgery, childbirth, various diseases of urinary bladder. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat condition like Congenital megacolon. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Urivoid 25mg Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Urivoid 25mg Tablet?

        Ans : Urivoid 25mg Tablet is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Urivoid 25mg Tablet which are as follows: Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Chest tightness, Fainting, Nausea and vomiting, Blurred vision, and Stomach pain. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Urivoid 25mg Tablet.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Urivoid 25mg Tablet?

        Ans : Urivoid 25mg Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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