Elmiron
Pentosan polysulfate capsules for bladder pain from interstitial cystitis. They form a protective layer on the bladder lining against irritants.
- Category
- Bladder Health
- Active ingredient
- Pentosan Polysulfate
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule
- Strengths
- 100mg
This listing uses Elmiron as a reference name. A generic equivalent is supplied; its exact brand and manufacturer are confirmed before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Elmiron vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Elmiron details
- Alternative names
- pentosan polysulfate sodium
- Therapeutic class
- Mucopolysaccharide GAG Replacer
- Pharmacological class
- Urinary Analgesic
- Contraindications
- bleeding disorders; hypersensitivity to pentosan polysulfate
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- rectal haemorrhage; mild alopecia; abdominal discomfort
- Serious side effects
- pigmentary maculopathy, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Capsule
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Alza Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Anticoagulants
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Patient summary
Pentosan polysulfate capsules for bladder pain from interstitial cystitis. They form a protective layer on the bladder lining against irritants.
Mechanism of action
Adheres to the mucosal wall of the urinary bladder, acting as a buffer to protect tissue from irritating solutes in urine.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Elmiron is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.
- The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Pentosan Polysulfate, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
- The exact generic brand, manufacturer and dispatch location are confirmed based on the product, destination and available manufacturer or partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.