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ELMIRON Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What is ELMIRON?
ELMIRON is the brand name for pentosan polysulfate sodium and is available as an oral capsule.
What dosages is ELMIRON available in?
ELMIRON is available as a 100 mg oral capsule.
What is ELMIRON used for?
- ELMIRON is an urinary analgesic and is used to relieve bladder pain and discomfort caused by bladder pain syndrome (interstitial cystitis)
How does ELMIRON work?
ELMIRON is an urinary analgesic. It’s not fully clear how ELMIRON works. It’s believed that it sticks to the wall of the bladder and acts as a barrier in order to protect your bladder from irritating substances in your urine.
How do I take ELMIRON?
- ELMIRON is typically dosed at 100 mg by mouth 3 times per day with water, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals
Is it safe for me to take ELMIRON?
ELMIRON is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
ELMIRON Common Side Effects
Common side effects of ELMIRON:
- Bleeding from the rectum
- Bleeding from the retina of the eye
- Hair loss
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Headache
- Rash
- Stomach pain
- Upset stomach
- Abnormal liver tests
- Dizziness
ELMIRON Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with ELMIRON.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on ELMIRON
- There are no major drug interactions listed for ELMIRON. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking
Who makes ELMIRON?
Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Is ELMIRON safe in pregnancy?
Adequate and well-controlled studies have not been performed in pregnant women using ELMIRON. Because animal studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used in pregnancy only if clearly needed.
What to do if you missed your ELMIRON dose
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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
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