Urispas Side Effects

Generic name: flavoxate

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 28, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Urispas Side Effects associated with flavoxate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Urispas.

Applies to flavoxate: oral tablet.

Precautions

This medicine may cause your eyes to become more sensitive to light than they are normally. Wearing sunglasses may help lessen the discomfort from bright light.

This medicine may cause some people to become drowsy or have blurred vision. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert or able to see well.

Flavoxate may make you sweat less, causing your body temperature to increase. Use extra care not to become overheated during exercise or hot weather while you are taking this medicine, since overheating may result in heat stroke. Also, hot baths or saunas may make you feel dizzy or faint while you are taking this medicine.

Your mouth and throat may feel very dry while you are taking this medicine. For temporary relief of mouth dryness, use sugarless candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute. However, if your mouth continues to feel dry for more than 2 weeks, check with your medical doctor or dentist. Continuing dryness of the mouth may increase the chance of dental disease, including tooth decay, gum disease, and fungus infections.

Common side effects of Urispas

Some side effects of flavoxate may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Serious side effects of Urispas

Along with its needed effects, flavoxate (the active ingredient contained in Urispas) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking flavoxate:

Symptoms of overdose

• clumsiness or unsteadiness
• dizziness (severe)
• drowsiness (severe)
• fever
• flushing or redness of face
• hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)
• shortness of breath or troubled breathing
• unusual excitement, nervousness, restlessness, or irritability

For healthcare professionals

Applies to flavoxate: oral tablet.

General adverse events

Side effects have been reported, however, there is not enough data to support an estimate of their frequency.^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Frequency not reported: Tachycardia, palpitation^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Frequency not reported: Nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, diarrhea, dyspepsia, dysphagia^[Ref]

Ocular

• Frequency not reported: Ocular tension increased, blurred vision, eye accommodation disturbed^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Frequency not reported: Headache, drowsiness, dizziness^[Ref]

Hematologic

• Frequency not reported: Leukopenia, eosinophilia^[Ref]

Immunologic

• Frequency not reported: Hypersensitivity reaction^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Frequency not reported: Confusion, nervousness^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Frequency not reported: Dysuria^[Ref]

Other

• Frequency not reported: Vertigo, hyperpyrexia, fatigue^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Frequency not reported: Urticaria, dermatoses, angioedema, erythema, rash, pruritus^[Ref]

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Further information

Urispas side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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