Medication info

NP Berin Tablet 20 mg (Propiverine Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Propiverine Hydrochloride›20mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daehan New Pharm Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201908036 · Approved 2019.11.22

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.11.22. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of overactive bladder (e.g., urinary frequency and urgency) and urinary frequency and incontinence associated with bladder disorders
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 20 mg of propiverine hydrochloride orally once daily after meals. The dose may be adjusted according to symptoms; if the effect is insufficient and there are no safety concerns, 20 mg may be taken twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daehan New Pharm Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of overactive bladder (e.g., urinary frequency and urgency) and urinary frequency and incontinence associated with bladder disorders

  • Frequent urination
  • urinary incontinence
  • neurogenic bladder
  • neurogenic frequent urination
  • unstable bladder
  • bladder irritation
  • chronic cystitis
  • chronic prostatitis
  • urinary urgency
  • urge incontinence
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This medication is used to improve the symptoms of frequent urination and urinary incontinence associated with neurogenic bladder, neurogenic frequent urination, unstable bladder, chronic cystitis, and chronic prostatitis resulting from bladder irritation. It is also effective for urinary urgency, frequent urination, and urge incontinence caused by overactive bladder. In other words, this drug helps alleviate urinary problems due to various bladder dysfunctions, thereby enhancing the quality of life for patients.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 20 mg of propiverine hydrochloride orally once daily after meals. The dose may be adjusted according to symptoms; if the effect is insufficient and there are no safety concerns, 20 mg may be taken twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by certain patients. For example, those who are allergic to this drug or its components, those with digestive obstruction or decreased motility, those with difficulty urinating, those with glaucoma, severe myasthenia gravis, or severe heart conditions may experience worsening symptoms from taking this medication. Moreover, patients with impaired liver or kidney function, those with Parkinson's disease or cerebrovascular disorders, those with hyperthyroidism, and elderly individuals should be more cautious when using this medication. These individuals may experience more severe side effects from the drug, so they should consult with a physician and take it carefully. This drug may affect the mental and nervous system, leading to symptoms such as hallucinations or delusions, and serious side effects have been reported such as abnormal heart rhythm, liver dysfunction, muscle pain, and skin rashes. If any of these symptoms occur, the medication should be stopped immediately and healthcare professionals should be notified. Common side effects such as constipation, nausea, headache, dizziness, and difficulty urinating may occur during use, so one should monitor their physical condition. Additionally, this medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so care should be taken when driving or operating machinery. Taking this medication with other anticholinergics or certain psychiatric medications may increase the risk of side effects; therefore, it is essential to inform healthcare professionals if other drugs are being taken. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are advised to avoid this medication, as its safety has not been established. Particularly for breastfeeding women, discontinuing breastfeeding is recommended. Its safety in children has not been confirmed, so it is preferable not to use it in this population. Elderly patients, often experiencing decreased liver and kidney function, should start at a lower dose and take it carefully. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as delusions, convulsions, paralytic ileus, urinary retention, and heart complications may occur; thus, immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container, as this may compromise its quality.

Side effects

  • Hallucinations
  • delusions
  • paralytic ileus
  • constipation
  • abdominal distension
  • palpitations
  • extrasystoles
  • bradycardia
  • QT prolongation
  • ventricular tachycardia
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  • atrioventricular block
  • thrombocytopenia
  • renal dysfunction
  • urinary retention
  • skin mucous membrane syndrome
  • fever
  • erythema
  • itching
  • conjunctival injection
  • stomatitis
  • increased intraocular pressure
  • acute glaucoma attack
  • nausea
  • headache
  • blurred vision
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • myalgia
  • weakness
  • elevated CK
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • thirst
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dyspepsia
  • diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • stomatitis
  • glossitis
  • dysuria
  • residual urine
  • loss of urgency
  • numbness
  • drowsiness
  • insomnia
  • tremors
  • altered consciousness
  • perceptual disturbances
  • transient amnesia
  • Parkinsonism
  • dyskinesia
  • hypotension
  • hypertension
  • chest pain
  • hypersensitivity
  • itching
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • control disorder
  • dry eye syndrome
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated creatinine
  • leukopenia
  • fatigue
  • lethargy
  • edema
  • weakness
  • taste disturbance
  • low back pain
  • hoarseness
  • sputum
  • excitement
  • fever due to decreased sweating
  • weakness
  • pharyngalgia
  • delusions
  • excitement
  • generalized seizures
  • gait disturbance
  • speech impairment
  • mydriasis
  • generalized flushing

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and humidity. Additionally, it should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding very hot or very cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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