| Bethafoli Tablets | |
| Active ingredient | Bethanechol |
| Brand | Bethafoli |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral tablets |
Bethafoli is a cholinergic agonist (muscarinic receptor agonist) used to treat non-obstructive urinary retention. This medication is composed of the active ingredient Bethanechol. It is generally prescribed for people with urinary retention following an operation or after giving birth.
Clinical Uses
The following are the key uses of Bethafoli tablets:
- It treats non-obstructive urinary retention.
- Helps to manage postoperative urinary retention.
- Manages postpartum urinary retention.
- Improves bladder emptying in patients with weak detrusor muscle contraction.
- It is also used in certain cases of neurogenic bladder dysfunction under medical supervision.
Dosage Options
The following are the dosage strengths of Bethafoli tablets available at 5M Biotech India:
- Bethafoli 25 mg
- Bethafoli 50 mg.
Always consult your doctor before choosing the right dosage for your condition. It helps to reduce the chances of adverse effects.
How It Works
Bethafoli tablet works by stimulating muscarinic receptors in the urinary bladder. It causes contraction of the urinary bladder muscle sufficiently strong to initiate urination and empty the bladder.
Side Effects
The following are the side effects of Bethafoli tablets:
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Abdominal cramps.
- Diarrhea.
- Increased salivation and sweating.
- Dizziness or headache.
- Low blood pressure.
- Increased urinary urgency.
- Slow heart rate.
- Breathing difficulty.
Seek immediate medical attention if the side effects worsen.
Precautions & Warnings
Below are the precautionary measures you need to keep in mind while using Bethafoli tablets:
- Do not use it if urinary retention is caused by a urinary tract obstruction.
- Patients with asthma or other respiratory disorders should take the medicine with proper caution.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart disease, low blood pressure, or a slow heartbeat.
- Avoid taking the medicine with food if instructed, as it is commonly taken on an empty stomach to reduce nausea and vomiting.
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
Drug Interactions
The following are the medicines that might interact with Bethafoli tablets:
- Anticholinergic drugs (e.g. atropine)
- Cholinesterase inhibitors (e.g. neostigmine)
- Drugs that lower blood pressure may increase the risk of dizziness or fainting.
- Other cholinergic drugs
Inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines and supplements you take before using bethanechol.
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