Flotros 60mg Capsule SR
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Product introduction
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR is used to treat features of bedwetting, and/or increased number of urination and uncontrollable desire to pass urine.
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR is used to treat features of bedwetting, and/or increased number of urination and uncontrollable desire to pass urine.
Uses of Flotros Capsule SR
Benefits of Flotros Capsule SR
In Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR helps to treat uncontrollable contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles that causes frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control passing of urine. It also relieves painful, or frequent urination and reduces urgency to urinate that may occur with some infections of the urinary tract. This way it helps manage the overactive bladder symptoms efficiently.
Side effects of Flotros Capsule SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flotros
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Headache
- Urinary tract infection
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Influenza
- Upper abdominal pain
How to use Flotros Capsule SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flotros 60mg Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
CAUTION
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flotros 60mg Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Flotros 60mg Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flotros 60mg Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Flotros 60mg Capsule SR treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
- 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.
- 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.
- It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Drivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
Non selective Anticholinergic (Bladder)
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Marketer details
Name: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India
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