Elmiron
Product utilized to address interstitial cystitis and indicated to support the bladder lining by reducing pain and discomfort.
- Category
- Bladder Health
- Active ingredient
- Pentosan Polysulfate
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 100mg
Elmiron details
- Condition
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Therapeutic class
- Bladder Protectant
- Pharmacological class
- Glycosaminoglycan
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity; active bleeding; surgery
- Minor side effects
- alopecia; nausea; diarrhoea; headache
- Moderate side effects
- rash; abdominal pain; abnormal liver function
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Janssen
- Onset Time
- 4–12 weeks
- Duration
- constant throughout therapy
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a dry container, away from light and heat.
- Drug interactions
- anticoagulants; antiplatelet agents
- Age restrictions
- Safety not established in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Precautions and warnings
regular eye examinations recommended; monitor for bleeding; use with caution in liver disease
Serious side effects
maculopathy, requires immediate medical attention; rectal haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention; thrombocytopenia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Product utilized to address interstitial cystitis and indicated to support the bladder lining by reducing pain and discomfort.
Mechanism of action
This medicine acts as a heparin-like compound that adheres to the bladder wall mucosal membrane, creating a protective layer that limits irritation from urine components.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Elmiron
Elmiron features pentosan polysulfate, an ingredient effectively used to manage the symptoms of interstitial cystitis. Developed by Janssen, this medication is typically administered as a 100mg tablet. Patients often rely on this specific treatment to address bladder pain and chronic discomfort associated with this condition.
Buying Elmiron online
Elmiron is registered across 9 markets, including Taiwan, South Korea and the UAE, with availability also in Singapore and Hong Kong. It is one of the most ordered medications for chronic bladder management across the region for expats and residents who struggle to find consistent stock in local pharmacies. Accessing this medication through reliable online channels ensures that standard treatment plans stay on course without the need to hunt for hard to source supplies.