Betheran Information

Betheran is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Retention.

The optimal dosage of Betheran is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betheran as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Betheran are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Betheran's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Betheran has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betheran related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betheran contraindications section.

Besides this, Betheran may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Betheran is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Betheran Benefits & Uses

Betheran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Retention

Betheran 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: Urinary Retention Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Retention Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Retention Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Retention Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Betheran Related Warnings

Is the use of Betheran safe for pregnant women?

Betheran can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Betheran safe during breastfeeding?

Betheran has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Betheran on the Kidneys?

Betheran does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Betheran on the Liver?

Betheran may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Betheran on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Betheran on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Betheran with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Amoxapine

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Rivastigmine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Betheran Contraindications

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

Peptic Ulcer
Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Parkinson's Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Betheran

Is this Betheran habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Betheran has not been reported.

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

After taking Betheran, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Betheran can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Betheran does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Betheran in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Betheran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Betheran

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Betheran to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Betheran

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betheran.

Unknown