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Uroverin Tablets (Propiverine Hydrochloride)

Uroverin Tablets (Propiverine Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Propiverine Hydrochloride›20mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Shinpoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200400014 · Approved 2004.07.28 · Insurance code 648502880

Summary

Main use
Relief of urinary frequency and incontinence due to overactive bladder symptoms, neurogenic bladder, etc.
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 20 mg of propiverine hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms; however, if the effect is insufficient and there are no safety concerns, the dose may be increased to 20 mg twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Shinpoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of urinary frequency and incontinence due to overactive bladder symptoms, neurogenic bladder, etc.

  • Frequent urination
  • incontinence
  • neurogenic bladder
  • neurogenic frequency
  • unstable bladder
  • bladder irritation
  • chronic cystitis
  • chronic prostatitis
  • urgency
  • urge incontinence
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This medication is used to treat frequent urination and incontinence caused by conditions such as neurogenic bladder, neurogenic frequency, and unstable bladder. It is also effective for bladder irritation caused by chronic cystitis or chronic prostatitis. Additionally, it helps improve symptoms like urgency, frequent urination, and urge incontinence due to overactive bladder. This drug alleviates symptoms by regulating the bladder's hyperreactivity, thereby reducing discomfort in daily life and contributing to improved quality of life of patients by improving urinary-related symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 20 mg of propiverine hydrochloride orally once daily after a meal. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms; however, if the effect is insufficient and there are no safety concerns, the dose may be increased to 20 mg twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals allergic to this drug or its components, those with bowel or intestinal obstruction, those with extremely weak digestive systems, individuals unable to urinate properly, glaucoma patients, patients with severe myasthenia gravis, those with serious heart conditions, and those with liver or colon issues should not take this medication. Additionally, it is especially important for individuals who have difficulty urinating, patients with impaired liver or kidney function, those with Parkinson's disease or cerebrovascular disorders, individuals with hyperthyroidism, elderly patients, individuals with autonomic nervous system problems or heart disease, and glaucoma patients to exercise caution while using this drug. During treatment, serious side effects may occur, such as mental disturbances, severe constipation or abdominal distension, heart rhythm abnormalities, blood disorders, kidney function decline, skin rash, eye pain or vision deterioration, liver dysfunction, and muscular pain. If any symptoms occur, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a doctor. Generally, when taking this medication, it is important to confirm whether the symptoms are definite and to be cautious of any other diseases with similar symptoms. Furthermore, caution is advised when driving or operating dangerous machinery as drowsiness or dizziness may occur. This drug may increase side effects when taken with other anticholinergics or certain psychiatric medications, so careful monitoring is necessary. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant are advised not to take this medication, and breastfeeding women should also consider discontinuing breastfeeding. The safety of this drug in children has not been established, so it is recommended not to use it in children, and elderly patients should start at a lower dose and use it cautiously as they may have impaired liver and kidney functions. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hallucinations, seizures, paralytic ileus, urinary problems, heart rhythm abnormalities may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers is not recommended as it may compromise quality.

Side effects

  • Hallucinations
  • delusions
  • constipation
  • abdominal distension
  • palpitations
  • extrasystole
  • bradycardia
  • QT prolongation
  • ventricular tachycardia
  • heart block
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  • thrombocytopenia
  • renal impairment
  • urinary retention
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • fever
  • erythema
  • itching
  • conjunctival injection
  • stomatitis
  • increased intraocular pressure
  • nausea
  • headache
  • ocular pain
  • vision loss
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • myalgia
  • malaise
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • thirst
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dyspepsia
  • diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • stomatitis
  • glossitis
  • dysuria
  • residual urine
  • loss of urinary urgency
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • numbness
  • drowsiness
  • insomnia
  • tremors
  • altered consciousness
  • Parkinsonism
  • dyskinesia
  • hypotension
  • hypertension
  • chest pain
  • hypersensitivity
  • itching
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • control disorders
  • dry eye syndrome
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated creatinine
  • leukopenia
  • fatigue
  • lethargy
  • edema
  • malaise
  • taste disturbance
  • lumbago
  • hoarseness
  • sputum
  • agitation
  • heat due to decreased sweating
  • weakness
  • pharyngalgia
  • hallucinations
  • agitation
  • generalized convulsions
  • walking difficulties
  • speech disorders
  • mydriasis
  • paralytic ileus
  • tachycardia
  • hypertension
  • generalized flushing
  • liver impairment

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is best to keep the drug at room temperature that is not too hot or cold, maintaining the temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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