Uproverin Tablet (Propiverine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, it should not be taken by individuals allergic to this medication or its components, patients with bowel or intestinal obstruction, patients with weak gastrointestinal motility, patients with urinary retention, patients with glaucoma, patients with severe muscle diseases, or patients with severe heart disease, as it may worsen their symptoms. Furthermore, patients with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should also avoid this medication. There are cases where it should be used with caution. Patients who have difficulty urinating, those with impaired liver or kidney function, patients with Parkinson's disease or cerebrovascular diseases, patients with hyperthyroidism, the elderly, or those with autonomic nerve disorders or severe heart diseases should be especially careful when using this medication. During the course of taking this medication, various side effects such as neuropsychiatric symptoms (hallucinations, delusions), gastrointestinal symptoms (severe constipation, abdominal bloating), heart issues (palpitations, arrhythmias), blood dyscrasias, renal function decline, skin rashes, eye pain or vision decline, liver dysfunction, muscular pain may occur. If any symptoms appear, the patient should consult a doctor immediately. Accurate clinical symptoms should be confirmed before taking this medication, and it should be ensured that there are no other conditions such as bladder cancer, prostate cancer, or urinary tract infections. Caution should also be taken when driving or operating machinery as drowsiness or dizziness may occur. When taken with specific medications, side effects may increase. So caution is required when taken with anticholinergics, tricyclic antidepressants, phenothiazine medications, MAO inhibitors, etc. It is advisable for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant to avoid this medication, and for breastfeeding mothers to stop breastfeeding while on this medication. It is recommended not to use this medication in children as safety has not been established, and in the elderly, starting at a lower dose may be safer due to possible reduced liver and kidney function. In case of overdose, symptoms such as delirium, convulsions, gait disturbances, urinary disturbances, and heart issues may occur, and immediate medical treatment should be sought. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may lead to accidents or deterioration in quality.

• Hallucinations
• delusions
• paralytic ileus
• constipation
• abdominal distension
• palpitations
• extrasystole
• bradycardia
• QT prolongation
• ventricular tachycardia

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should ideally be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle