Flavoxate is a prescription medicine. Urinary Incontinence are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Flavoxate have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Flavoxate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Flavoxate are Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Flavoxate as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Flavoxate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Flavoxate is Mild for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Flavoxate related warnings talks about Flavoxate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Flavoxate contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Flavoxate with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flavoxate is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Flavoxate is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flavoxate is used -
Common
Is the use of Flavoxate safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Flavoxate has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Flavoxate safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Flavoxate for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Flavoxate on the Kidneys?
Flavoxate may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flavoxate on the Liver?
Flavoxate may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Flavoxate on the Heart?
Using Flavoxate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Flavoxate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flavoxate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flavoxate habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flavoxate.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Flavoxate as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Flavoxate should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Flavoxate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flavoxate
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Flavoxate and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flavoxate
Information about the interaction of Flavoxate and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Flavoxate 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).
No, Flavoxate is not a narcotic. 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).
Yes, it is safe to take Flavoxate for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, Flavoxate may cause some common side effects like blurred vision, dry mouth or throat, stomach upset and vomiting.
No, Flavoxate doesn't cause incontinence. In fact, in clinical trials, Flavoxate 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.
Yes, Flavoxate 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118
