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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Uticept Tablet is used to treat urinary tract muscle spasms caused due to the inflammation of the urinary bladder, prostate gland or urethra. Besides this, it also relieves symptoms that arise after the surgery, cystoscopy or catheterisation like dysuria (painful urination), nocturia (excessive urination at night) and the inability to control urine flow (urinary incontinence). It contains Flavoxate, which relaxes the muscles of the urinary bladder, thereby helps in preventing frequent urination, and excessive or uncontrolled urination. It also helps in relieving the associated pain due to the inflammation and contraction of the urinary bladder due to urinary incontinence. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, gastric pain, dry mouth, and drowsiness.
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FLAVOXATE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Uticept Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to treat urinary tract muscle spasms caused due to the inflammation of the urinary bladder, prostate gland or urethra. Besides this, Uticept Tablet also relieves symptoms that arise after the surgery, cystoscopy or catheterisation like dysuria (painful urination), nocturia (excessive urination at night) and the inability to control urine flow (urinary incontinence).
 
Uticept Tablet contains 'Flavoxate' that relaxes the muscles of the urinary bladder, thereby helps in preventing frequent urination, and excessive or uncontrolled urination. Uticept Tablet also helps in relieving the associated pain due to the inflammation and contraction of the urinary bladder due to urinary incontinence.

You are advised to take Uticept Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, gastric pain, dry mouth, and drowsiness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor before taking Uticept Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe Uticept Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Uticept Tablet may cause drowsiness, vertigo and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Uticept Tablet should not be given to children below 12 years of age, as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol while taking Uticept Tablet . Uticept Tablet may contain lactose so if you have lactose, sugar, or glucose-galactose intolerance, do not take Uticept Tablet .

Treatment of Urinary tract spasm
Take Uticept Tablet with food. Do not chew, break, or crush Uticept Tablet ; swallow it as a whole with water. Your doctor will advise for how long you need to take Uticept Tablet based on your medical condition.

Uticept Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called ‘Antispasmdics’ used to relieve and prevent muscle spasms. Uticept Tablet contains ‘Flavoxate’ which works by inhibiting bladder contractions in the urinary tract, thereby reducing the associated pain. Uticept Tablet is used to treat urinary tract muscle spasms caused due to the inflammation of the urinary bladder, prostate gland or urethra. Besides this, Uticept Tablet also relieves symptoms that arise after the surgery, cystoscopy or catheterisation like dysuria (painful urination), nocturia (excessive urination at night) and the inability to control urine flow (urinary incontinence).

Uticept Tablet contains 'Flavoxate' that relaxes the muscles of the urinary bladder, thereby helps in preventing frequent urination, and excessive or uncontrolled urination. Uticept Tablet also helps in relieving the associated pain due to the inflammation and contraction of the urinary bladder due to urinary incontinence.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Gastric pain
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Uticept Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include severe drowsiness, fever, hallucinations, severe dizziness, shortness of breath or troubled breathing, clumsiness or unsteadiness, nervousness/restlessness/unusual excitement or irritability. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Do not take Uticept Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction in food passage, muscular inability to swallow, urinary retention, glaucoma, or muscle weakness. Consult your doctor before taking Uticept Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Uticept Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Uticept Tablet may cause drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Uticept Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Uticept Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Inform your doctor about your health conditions and medications to rule out any side effects.

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FlavoxatePotassium citrate
Critical
FlavoxatePotassium chloride
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

FlavoxatePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
Taking Uticept Tablet 10's and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uticept Tablet 10's with Potassium citrate is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
FlavoxatePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Uticept Tablet 10's with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uticept Tablet 10's with Potassium chloride is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FlavoxateSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Sodium oxybate together with Uticept Tablet 10's may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, depression, low blood pressure, slow or shallow breathing, and impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uticept Tablet 10's with Sodium oxybate together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, depression, low blood pressure, slow or shallow breathing, and impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FlavoxateKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
When Uticept Tablet 10's is used with Ketamine, may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, excessive sedation, and respiratory depression.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ketamine with Uticept Tablet 10's can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience symptoms like feeling dizzy, tired, confused, having trouble focusing, feeling overly sleepy, or having difficulty breathing, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FlavoxateTopiramate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Uticept Tablet 10's and Topiramate may increase body temperature and decrease sweating. Heat stroke and hospitalization may occur in some people, especially in warm weather and during vigorous exercise.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Uticept Tablet 10's and Topiramate together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness, it's a good idea to reach out to your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
FlavoxateEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Uticept Tablet 10's with Esketamine can increase the risk or severity of side effects such as drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Uticept Tablet 10's with Esketamine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like feeling sleepy, dizzy, or having trouble staying awake, a doctor can help. They might suggest other options that won't cause these problems. Make sure to call a doctor right away if you're experiencing any of these symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FlavoxateZonisamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Uticept Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Uticept Tablet 10's and Zonisamide may increase body temperature and decrease sweating.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Uticept Tablet 10's and Zonisamide together, a doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to safely use both medications. Drink plenty of fluids during warm weather and when exercising and contact a doctor if you have decreased sweating or a fever. Avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery, until you know how the medications affect you. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

  • Pelvic floor exercises would help treat bladder spasms.
  • Avoid foods like sugars, carbonated beverages, tea, citrus fruits, tomatoes, spicy foods, chocolate, and tea. 
  • Limit fluid intake as excess fluid intake could cause an urge to urinate frequently.
  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeine.
  • Maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly.
  • Quit smoking.
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FAQs

Uticept Tablet is used to treat urinary tract muscle spasms caused due to the inflammation of the urinary bladder, prostate gland or urethra. Besides this, Uticept Tablet also relieves symptoms that arise after the surgery, cystoscopy or catheterisation like dysuria (painful urination), nocturia (excessive urination at night) and the inability to control urine flow (urinary incontinence).
Uticept Tablet relaxes the muscles of the urinary bladder, thereby helps in preventing frequent urination, and excessive or uncontrolled urination. Uticept Tablet also helps in relieving the associated pain.
Uticept Tablet causes drowsiness and vision disturbances. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Uticept Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Uticept Tablet may cause stomach upset as a side-effect. To avoid this, take Uticept Tablet with food.
Uticept Tablet is safe for use in diabetes patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have lactose intolerance do not take Uticept Tablet as it may contain lactose as an additive. Besides this, avoid intake of Uticept Tablet if you have glucose-galactose or Lapp intolerance.
There is some overlap between the symptoms of both OAB and BPH. OAB occurs due to malfunctioning of the nerves that trigger uncontrolled urinary bladder muscle contractions while the urinary bladder is filling with urine. The main symptom of OAB is a sudden urge to urinate that’s hard to control, which is stressful. On the other hand, BPH occurs due to enlarged prostate gland, which puts pressure on the urinary bladder, thereby blocking urine with pain.
Uticept Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, taking Uticept Tablet with food might help lower stomach upset.
Uticept Tablet should be taken for as long as your doctor has prescribed it depending on your medical condition.
No, Uticept Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-spasmodic medicine which relieves and prevents muscle spasms of the bladder and urinary tract.
The side effects of Uticept Tablet include nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, gastric pain, dry mouth, and drowsiness. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
No, Uticept Tablet is not a narcotic or an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic medicine which helps relieve and prevent muscle spasms.
Uticept Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antispasmodics that prevent and treat muscle spasms. Uticept Tablet is used to treat urinary tract muscular spasms that may be caused by inflammation of the urethra, prostate gland or bladder.
Uticept Tablet contains flavoxate, an anti-spasmodic agent that works by relaxing the muscles of the urinary bladder.
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