Flavoxate (By mouth)

Introduction:

Flavoxate (flay-VOX-ate)

Treats muscle spasms of the bladder. Relieves painful and difficult urination, relieves pubic area pain, and frequent urination.

Brand Name(s):

Urispas

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
• Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.
• It is best to take your medicine on an empty stomach. However, it may be taken with milk or food to avoid stomach upset.

If a dose is missed:

• Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
• If it is almost time for your next regular dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a bleeding disorder, glaucoma, enlarged prostate, or intestinal or urinary tract blockage.
• Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
• Flavoxate may make you dizzy or drowsy, be careful if you drive a car or operate machinery.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Shortness of breath
• Skin rash, severe itching or hives
• Confusion
• Red and warm skin
• Fever or sore throat

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Dizziness, drowsiness
• Eye(s) sensitive to bright light
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth or throat
• Nervousness
• Headache
• Nausea and vomiting

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor: