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Uripil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Incontinence. Secondary and off-label uses of Uripil have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Uripil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Uripil are Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. While these are the most often observed Uripil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Uripil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Uripil has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Uripil related warnings talks about Uripil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Uripil contraindications section.
Besides this, Uripil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Uripil is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Uripil 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 Uripil is used -
Common
Is the use of Uripil safe for pregnant women?
Uripil has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Uripil safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Uripil in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Uripil is unavailable.
What is the effect of Uripil on the Kidneys?
Uripil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Uripil on the Liver?
Side effects of Uripil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Uripil on the Heart?
You can take Uripil without any fear of damage to the heart.
Uripil 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 Uripil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Uripil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Uripil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Uripil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Uripil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Uripil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Uripil
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Uripil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Uripil
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Uripil with alcohol will be.
Yes, it is safe to take Uripil for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, Uripil may cause some common side effects like blurred vision, dry mouth or throat, stomach upset and vomiting.
Yes, Uripil may cause dizziness. It is one of the serious side effects. Dizziness is a feeling of light-headedness when one might feel unstable and disoriented. Dizziness can be prevented by removing tripping hazards in the home, avoiding alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine which can worsen the symptoms, drinking enough fluids and getting plenty of sleep.
No, Uripil 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).
Uripil must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce an efficacious effect.
Uripil is the brand name for flavoxate. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics (agents that prevent and relieve muscle spasms). It is available in the form of tablets. Uripil is used to treat overactive bladder, a condition in which bladder muscles contract uncontrollably causing frequent and urgent need to urinate. It is also used to treat frequent, painful and nighttime urination. In addition, it is also used for treating urgency arising from the infections of bladder, prostate, and kidneys.
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