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Urotense 50mg Tablet
Salt Composition: BETHANECHOL
- Manufacturer: AMPS BIOTECH PVT LTD
- Pack Size: 10 TABLET(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: TABLET
- Strength: 50MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children. Do not freeze the Urotense 50mg Tablet. Do not store Urotense 50mg Tablet above 25°C. Always check the expiry date before consuming it.
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Product Introduction
Urotense 50mg Tablet is a choline ester containing the active ingredient Bethanechol. It is indicated for urinary retention and reflux esophagitis. Do not take Urotense 50mg Tablet if you are allergic to Bethanechol or any other ingredient in the formulation. Inform your doctor before starting treatment if you have gut blockage, difficulty passing urine, or have experienced a recent heart attack or stomach surgery. Urotense 50mg Tablet is contraindicated in pregnancy, during breastfeeding, and in elderly patients over 70 years of age.
Uses
Urotense 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of the following: Urinary retention (holding urine in the bladder) Reflux oesophagitis (inflammation of the oesophagus).
How it works
Urotense 50mg Tablet stimulates muscarinic receptors, causing smooth muscle contractions in the bladder and gastrointestinal tract. This helps relieve urinary retention and promote normal bodily functions.
How to Use
Take the Urotense 50mg Tablet as your physician advises. It is advised to consume this medicine on an empty stomach. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common side effects of Urotense 50mg Tablet are: Nausea, diarrhoea Urinary urgency Headache Flushing Sweating Hypothermia (decreased body temperature) Increased salivation and sweating
Expert Tips
Inform their doctor about all the underlying medical conditions. Do not stop Urotense 50mg Tablet until your doctor advises. Do not double-dose the medicine to make up for a forgotten dose. Do not consume the medicine if pregnant or breastfeeding while taking bethanechol. Notify your doctor if you experience any serious side effects. Your medical professional will inform you if you need any dose adjustments. Contact your doctor for more information.
References
- Taj Pharmaceutical Ltd, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on August 2015] [Accessed on 08th June 2023] PIL-TEFECHOLINE-BETHANECHOL-CHLORIDE-TAB.pdf (tajpharmaindia.com)
- Achilles J. Pappano, Cholinoceptor-Activating & Cholinesterase-Inhibiting Drugs, Langeâs Basic & Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 107-123.
- KD Tripathi, Cholinergic Transmission and Cholinergic Drugs, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 110-123.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe It is unsafe to consume Urotense 50mg Tablet during pregnancy. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or think you may be pregnant before starting the treatment.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Urotense 50mg Tablet is safe for patients with lung problems. Notify your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Breastfeeding: unsafe It is unsafe to consume Urotense 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding. Notify your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting the treatment.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.