Uticept Tablet (Flavoxate 200mg)

Uticept Tablet

Uticept 200Mg Tablet is an antispasmodic to provide symptomatic relief of dysuria, nocturia, suprapubic pain, urgency, and incontinence due to detrusor instability and hyperreflexia in elderly with cystitis, urethritis, urethrocystitis, urethrotrigonitis, and prostatitis.

It is mainly used as a smooth muscle relaxant. It has anticholinergic and antispasmodic properties. Thus helpful in controlling urinary incontinence, nocturia, and dysuria and stimulates muscle contractions in the bladder for patients who suffer from discomfort and pain during urination.

Uticept 200Mg Tablet works by binding to and inhibiting muscarinic receptors. This modifies the micturition centre in the brain and leads to suppression of the micturition reflex and increase in the capacity of the urinary bladder. It also stimulates the pertussis toxin-sensitive G protein-coupled receptors and inhibits the formation of cyclic AMP which results in the suppression of isovolumetric urinary bladder contractions.

Do not use this medication if you are suffering from ulcers, glaucoma or have an obstruction of the stomach, intestines or kidneys. Discuss with your doctor about if it is safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding and tell your doctor if you have any allergies or use any over the counter medications and dietary supplements.

Common side effects of this drug include blurred vision, dry mouth, nausea, photosensitivity, and pain in the eyes. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the more severe but rare side effects such as skin rashes, persistent fever, and irregular heartbeat.

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 Urologist before using this medicine.

Use

The primary use of this medication is as follows:

Overactive Urinary Bladder

Side Effects

This medicine causes side effects such as:

Drowsiness

Dry Mouth

Tachycardia

Palpitations

Nervousness

Fatigue

Vertigo

Headache

Constipation

Nausea

Vomiting

Confusion

Rash

Increased Intraocular Tension

Dosage

Are there any missed dose instructions?

If you miss a dose of Flavoxate, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Work

Uticept 200Mg Tablet is an anticholinergic drug that produces antimuscarinic effect in the body. It is used for treating urinary and bladder problems. Although the exact mechanism of action is not known, it leads to relaxation of smooth muscles.