Dimethyl Sulfoxide Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 9, 2024.

Usual Adult Dose for Cystitis

Instill 50 mL into the bladder by catheter or asepto syringe; allow to remain for 15 minutes; the medication is expelled by spontaneous voiding; repeat every 2 weeks until maximum symptomatic relief is obtained

• Duration of therapy: Time intervals between therapy may be increased as

Use: For the symptomatic relief of patients with interstitial cystitis

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

• None

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• Apply an analgesic lubricant gel to urethra prior to insertion of catheter to avoid spasm.
• Administration of an oral analgesic medication or suppository containing belladonna and opium prior to instillation can reduce bladder spasms.
• The initial treatment, and possibly the second and third should be done under anesthesia (saddle block) in patients with severe interstitial cystitis and very sensitive bladders.

Storage requirements:

• Store at 20C to 25C (68F to 77F).
• Protect from strong light.

Monitoring:

• Approximately every 6 months patients receiving this drug should have a biochemical screening, particularly liver and renal function tests, and complete blood count.

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Further information

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