Flavate 200mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About FLAVATE 200MG TABLET

FLAVATE 200MG TABLET contains Flavoxate which belongs to the group of medicines
called Urinary Antispasmodics. It is used to manage 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET preferably after meals or as directed by the
physician. Prior to the management, your doctor may want you to take several
blood tests to understand your existing condition.

Before taking FLAVATE 200MG 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.

FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE
200MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects of taking FLAVATE 200MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting
and stomach upset. These side effects can be reduced if FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is
taken with meals. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you.

Uses Of FLAVATE 200MG TABLET

It is used to:

• manage 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET Works

FLAVATE 200MG 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.

How to use FLAVATE 200MG TABLET

Take FLAVATE 200MG 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
FLAVATE 200MG TABLET without consulting your doctor.

Side Effects Of FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is not established in
pregnant women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is not established in
breastfeeding women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking FLAVATE 200MG
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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET.

!### Kidney

FLAVATE 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with impaired
kidney function. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

Do not take FLAVATE 200MG TABLET if you are allergic to Flavoxate.

Others

FLAVATE 200MG 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:

FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children (aged
below 12 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Use in geriatrics:

FLAVATE 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore,
consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking FLAVATE 200MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking, have
taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescri
non-prescri

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Do not store above 30°C

FAQs About FLAVATE 200MG TABLET

What is FLAVATE 200MG TABLET used for?

FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is used to manage 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET?

The most common side effects of taking FLAVATE 200MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting
and stomach upset. These side effects can be reduced if FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is
taken with meals. However, consult your doctor if they trouble you.

Can I stop taking FLAVATE 200MG TABLET once my symptoms subside?

No. Do not stop taking FLAVATE 200MG TABLET without consulting your doctor. Take
FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET?

If you forget to take a dose of FLAVATE 200MG TABLET, take it as soon as you
remember. However, if it is time to take the next dose, skip the missed dose of
FLAVATE 200MG TABLET and take the next one at the regular time. Do not take a
double dose of FLAVATE 200MG TABLET to compensate the missed dose.

Is FLAVATE 200MG TABLET a muscle relaxant?

FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET be used in children?

FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET be used to manage urinary tract infections?

FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is not intended to manage urinary tract infections. It
is used to manage muscle spasms of the urinary tract.

Can I take FLAVATE 200MG TABLET to manage my stomach pain?

No, FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is not used in the management of stomach pain. It is
used to manage muscles spasm in urinary tract only. Stomach pain could be of
various other reasons, so kindly avoid using FLAVATE 200MG 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 FLAVATE 200MG TABLET for menstrual pain?

No, FLAVATE 200MG TABLET is not used for menstrual pain. It is used to manage
muscles spasm in urinary tract only. If you wish to manage menstrual pain,
consult your doctor for advice.