Herflav

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Herflav Information

Herflav is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Incontinence. The alternative uses of Herflav have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Herflav depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Herflav include Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Herflav can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Herflav go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Herflav's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Herflav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Herflav related warnings section.

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

Additionally, Herflav may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Herflav is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Herflav Benefits & Uses

Herflav is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Herflav 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: Overactive Bladder Syndrome
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Overactive Bladder Syndrome
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Overactive Bladder Syndrome
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Herflav Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Herflav is used -

Common

Herflav Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Herflav safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Herflav has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

    Mild
  • Is the use of Herflav safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Herflav for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Herflav on the Kidneys?


    Herflav rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Herflav on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Herflav on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Herflav on the Heart?


    Herflav is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Herflav with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Herflav Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Herflav

  • Is this Herflav habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Herflav has not been reported.

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


    Herflav does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Herflav only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Herflav for mental disorders.

    No

Herflav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Herflav


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Herflav together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Herflav


    Information about the interaction of Herflav and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Herflav

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Herflav cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Herflav doesn't cause constipation. Constipation can be prevented or managed by drinking more water, eating more fiber, exercising more, taking laxatives, probiotics, eating magnesium and prunes and avoiding dairy. 

Question about 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Herflav?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, it is safe to take Herflav for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, Herflav may cause some common side effects like blurred vision, dry mouth or throat, stomach upset and vomiting.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Herflav

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Herflav 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. Herflav 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. 

Question over 4 years ago

Is Herflav a painkiller?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Herflav can be used as a painkiller, for alleviating the bladder pain or painful urination. 

Question about 5 years ago

Is Herflav an antibiotic?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Herflav is not an antibiotic. 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).



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118

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