Uricon CR5mg
Tablet
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE Uricon CR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Uricon CR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, the... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Uricon CR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Uricon CR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel drowsy or have blurred vision while you are taking Uricon CR. Th... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION Uricon CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Uricon CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION Uricon CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Uricon CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Uricon CR is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate and inability to ... View More
Uses of Uricon CR
- Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
Side effects of Uricon CR
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Blurred vision
- Dry skin
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sleepiness
How to use Uricon CR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Uricon CR is to be taken e... View More
How Uricon CR works
Uricon CR is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
What if you forget to take Uricon CR?
If you miss a dose of Uricon CR, 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... View More
- Uricon CR treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
- It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear conta... View More
- It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Indication
Overactive bladder
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Overactive bladder Adult: As extended-release preparation: Initially, 5 mg once daily increased by 5 mg every wk if necessary to max 30 mg daily.... View More
Child Dose
Oral Detrusor Overactivity, Nocturnal enuresis Bladder overactivity associated with a neurologic condition (eg, spina bifida) Child >6 years (extende... View More
Contraindication
GI obstruction or atrophy, severe toxic megacolon, significant bladder outflow obstruction, glaucoma, urinary retention.
Mode of Action
Oxybutynin exerts direct antispasmodic effect on the smooth muscle by inhibiting the muscarinic action of acetylcholine. It exhibits moderate anticholin... View More
Precaution
Elderly; hepatic or renal impairment; neuropathy; hyperthyroidism; prostatic hyperplasia; hiatus hernia; cardiac disease, reflux oesophagitis, ulcerativ... View More
Side Effect
>10% Dry mouth (21-71%),Constipation (7-15%),Somnolence (2-14%),Nausea (2-12%) 1-10% Asthenia (6-10%),Dizziness (6-10%),Headache (6-10%),Blurred vi... View More
Interaction
Co-administration with other anticholinergic drugs may cause undesirable increased anticholinergic effects. Additive sedation with CNS depressants and a... View More
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More