Uticept Tablet 10’S

INTRODUCTION

UTICEPT TABLET contains Flavoxate which belongs to the group of medicines called Urinary Antispasmodics. It is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract. It can also be used to relieve the unpleasant urinary symptoms (such as excessive or painful urination or urinary incontinence) associated with any surgical or diagnostic procedures (such as cystoscopy or catheterisation).

Take UTICEPT TABLET preferably after meals or as directed by the physician. Prior to the treatment, your doctor may want you to take several blood tests to understand your existing condition.

Before taking UTICEPT TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any stomach or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any bleeding in the digestive tract, glaucoma or myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness) as a precaution.

UTICEPT TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with urinary retention (unable to empty the bladder completely). It is also not suitable for use in children aged below 12 years. Inform your doctor before taking UTICEPT TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects of taking UTICEPT TABLET are nausea, vomiting and stomach upset. These side effects can be reduced if UTICEPT TABLET is taken with meals. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you.

USES OF UTICEPT TABLET

It is used to:

Treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract
Relieve unpleasant urinary symptoms (such as excessive or painful urination or urinary incontinence) associated with any surgical or diagnostic procedures
HOW UTICEPT TABLET WORKS

UTICEPT TABLET is an antispasmodic medication. It relaxes the muscles surrounding the bladder. This helps in reducing bladder contraction in patients with bladder inflammation which, therefore reduces pain and spasms associated with it. It also helps the bladder to hold a more volume of urine and controls urine flow which helps in reducing unpleasant urinary symptoms.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take UTICEPT TABLET preferably after meals or as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking UTICEPT TABLET without consulting your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF UTICEPT TABLET
COMMON
Nausea
UNCOMMON
Sleepiness
Problems in vision     
Vomiting
Dry mouth
Upset stomach
Skin rash
RARE
Unable to empty the bladder completely
Extreme tiredness
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea and Vomiting:

Taking UTICEPT TABLET with or just after meals may help in reducing nausea and vomiting. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.

Dry mouth:

Try to drink plenty of water. Sip on cold unsweetened drinks and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.   

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY

The safety and effectiveness of UTICEPT TABLET is not established in pregnant women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking UTICEPT TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby as a precaution.

BREASTFEEDING

The safety and effectiveness of UTICEPT TABLET is not established in breastfeeding women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking UTICEPT TABLET if wish to breastfeed.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience sleepiness or blurred vision after taking UTICEPT TABLET.

KIDNEY

UTICEPT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with impaired kidney function. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

Do not take UTICEPT TABLET if you are allergic to Flavoxate.

OTHERS

UTICEPT TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

Have any block or obstruction in the gut
Have bleeding in your digestive tract
Have achalasia (muscular inability to swallow)
Have urinary retention (not able to completely empty your bladder)
Have glaucoma
Have myasthenia gravis (a disease which causes general weakness and overtiredness of the muscles)

Use in paediatrics:

UTICEPT TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Use in geriatrics:

UTICEPT TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking UTICEPT TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more UTICEPT TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS
Drug :   Flavoxate
Pharmacological Category :   Antisecretory-antispasmodics
Therapeutic Indication :   Muscle spasms of urinary tract           
Dosage Forms :   Tablet
MORE INFORMATION
Keep UTICEPT TABLET out of reach of children
Do not store above 30°C
FAQs ABOUT UTICEPT TABLET

What is UTICEPT TABLET used for?

UTICEPT TABLET is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract. It can also be used to relieve the unpleasant urinary symptoms (such as excessive or painful urination or urinary incontinence) associated with any surgical or diagnostic procedures (such as cystoscopy or catheterisation).

What are the side effects of UTICEPT TABLET?

The most common side effects of taking UTICEPT TABLET are nausea, vomiting and stomach upset. These side effects can be reduced if UTICEPT TABLET is taken with meals. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you.

Can I stop taking UTICEPT TABLET once my symptoms subside?

No. Do not stop taking UTICEPT TABLET without consulting your doctor. Take UTICEPT TABLET as advised by your doctor for the stipulated duration. Sudden withdrawal of therapy may cause the symptoms to reappear.

What should I do if I forget to take a dose of UTICEPT TABLET?

If you forget to take a dose of UTICEPT TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time to take the next dose, skip the missed dose of UTICEPT TABLET and take the next one at the regular time. Do not take a double dose of UTICEPT TABLET to compensate the missed dose.

Is UTICEPT TABLET a muscle relaxant?

UTICEPT TABLET is an antispasmodic medication. It relaxes the muscles surrounding the bladder. This helps in reducing bladder contraction in patients with bladder inflammation which, therefore reduces pain and spasms associated with it.

Can UTICEPT TABLET be used in children?

UTICEPT TABLET is not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years) due to lack of safety data. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Can UTICEPT TABLET be used to treat urinary tract infections?

UTICEPT TABLET is not intended to treat urinary tract infections. It is used to treat muscle spasms of the urinary tract.

Can I take UTICEPT TABLET to treat my stomach pain?

No, UTICEPT TABLET is not used in the treatment of stomach pain. It is used to treat muscles spasm in urinary tract only. Stomach pain could be of various other reasons, so kindly avoid using UTICEPT TABLET for stomach pain and if you have been diagnosed with any other stomach disorders, kindly consult your doctor before using it.

Can we use UTICEPT TABLET for menstrual pain?

No, UTICEPT TABLET is not used for menstrual pain. It is used to treat muscles spasm in urinary tract only. If you wish to treat menstrual pain, consult your doctor for advice.

REFERENCES

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PRODUCT DETAILS
Net Qty
1 N
Item Weight
17.5 g
Ingredient
FLAVOXATE 200 mg
Hsn Code
30049035
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