Medicine Overview of Uricon CR 5mg Tablet
Uricon CR is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate and inability to control urination.
Uricon CR is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken in an empty stomach at least an hour before having a meal. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, headache, etc. To cope up with the side effects, you must drink plenty of water. It may also make you feel dizzy or sleepy or experience blurry vision, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Consumption of alcohol must be avoided as it can aggravate the side effects. If any of the side effects bother you or persist, consult the doctor without delay.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor prior to the treatment.
- Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Blurred vision
- Dry skin
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sleepiness
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Uricon CR treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
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Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
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It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
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Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
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It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Oral
Overactive bladder
Adult: As extended-release preparation: Initially, 5 mg once daily increased by 5 mg every wk if necessary to max 30 mg daily.
Oral
Detrusor Overactivity, Nocturnal enuresis
Bladder overactivity associated with a neurologic condition (eg, spina bifida)
Child >6 years (extended-release): 5 mg/day PO initially; may be increased by 5 mg/day at weekly intervals; not to exceed 20 mg/day
Elderly; hepatic or renal impairment; neuropathy; hyperthyroidism; prostatic hyperplasia; hiatus hernia; cardiac disease, reflux oesophagitis, ulcerative colitis, myasthenia gravis; pregnancy and lactation. High environmental temperature might cause heat prostration (fever with heat stroke due to decreased sweating).
Lactation: Unknown; use with caution
>10%
Dry mouth (21-71%),Constipation (7-15%),Somnolence (2-14%),Nausea (2-12%)
1-10%
Asthenia (6-10%),Dizziness (6-10%),Headache (6-10%),Blurred vision (6-10%),Dry eyes (6-10%),Diarrhea (6-10%),Nausea (6-10%),Pain (6-10%),Rhinitis (6-10%)
<1%
Anorexia,Fluid retention,Hot flush,Dysphonia,Dysphagia,Frequent bowel movements,Chest discomfort,Thirst
Frequency Not Defined
Cycloplegia,Impairment of mental alertness,Memory impairment,Mydriasis,Tachycardia,QT prolongation
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