Flavocip: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flavocip Information

Flavocip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Incontinence are some of its major therapeutic uses. Flavocip also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flavocip. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Flavocip are Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. Some other side effects of Flavocip have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Flavocip normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Flavocip's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flavocip related warnings talks about Flavocip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Flavocip contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Flavocip may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Flavocip, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Flavocip Benefits & Uses
Flavocip Dosage & How to Take
Flavocip Side Effects
Flavocip Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flavocip with Other Drugs
Flavocip Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flavocip
Flavocip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flavocip Benefits & Uses

Flavocip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Incontinence

Other Benefits

Flavocip Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Overactive Bladder Syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Overactive Bladder Syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Overactive Bladder Syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flavocip Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flavocip is used -

Common

Dry Mouth
Drowsiness

Flavocip Related Warnings

Is the use of Flavocip safe for pregnant women?

Flavocip has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Flavocip safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Flavocip in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Flavocip is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Flavocip on the Kidneys?

Flavocip rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Flavocip on the Liver?

Flavocip has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flavocip on the Heart?

You can take Flavocip without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Flavocip with Other Drugs

Flavocip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Flavocip Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flavocip unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Achalasia
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Flavocip

Is this Flavocip habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flavocip is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Flavocip as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flavocip only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Flavocip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Flavocip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flavocip

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Flavocip with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Flavocip

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flavocip with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flavocip

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Flavocip an antibiotic?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Flavocip is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-spasmodic agent which is used to treat overactive bladder (a condition in which bladder muscles contract uncontrollably causing frequent and urgent need to urinate).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Flavocip cause incontinence?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Flavocip doesn't cause incontinence. In fact, in clinical trials, Flavocip has shown improvement in the symptoms of urinary incontinence. Urinary continence can be prevented or managed by doing pelvic floor exercises, quitting smoking, maintain the healthy weight, eat more fibre to prevent constipation which causes urinary incontinence.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Flavocip

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Flavocip is the brand name for flavoxate. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics (agents that prevent and relieve muscle spasms). It is available in the form of tablets. Flavocip is used to treat overactive bladder, a condition in which bladder muscles contract uncontrollably causing frequent and urgent need to urinate. It is also used to treat frequent, painful and nighttime urination. In addition, it is also used for treating urgency arising from the infections of bladder, prostate, and kidneys.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Flavocip used for UTI?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Flavocip is not used for UTI (urinary tract infections). It is used for treating frequent, painful, and nighttime urination. It is also used for treating urgency arising from the infections of bladder, prostate, and kidneys. Flavocip doesn't treat the cause of bladder symptoms. It is not an antibiotic. It doesn't cure infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flavocip cause drowsiness?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flavocip may cause drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. You are recommended to not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.