Uribel - Usage Guide

A Guide To Using Uribel 

Uribel is a rather popular medicine that has been used to cure different kinds of discomfort that can be caused by any irritations or any infections in the urinary tract. It is mostly prescribed to a patient when they are suffering from severe pain, burning or spasms caused by a urinary tract infection. 

At the same time it must be noted that Uribel is in no way an antibiotic and this is why it cannot and should not be used to cure a urinary tract infection. It’s main purpose, simply put, is to relieve the patient of the pain that is caused as a result of the infection. 

Why is Uribel so effective?

Uribel is considered the go to medicine for relieving the above mentioned discomforts by doctors. This is because where other medicines contain just one ingredient, usually an analgesic meant for pain relief, Uribel is power packed with five ingredients i.e. antiseptic agents to avoid the growth of bacteria in the urinary tract, an antispasmodic that relaxes the muscle tissue of the urinary tract and a pain reliever that reduces the discomfort fromburning sensations and relieves pain. 

When to avoid taking Uribel?

As with most medicines, there are precautions that need to be taken with the use of Uribel as well. Before your doctor prescribes this medicine to you, you must reveal to him or her whether you have any of the following conditions: -  -

Glaucoma
Heart diseases
-Stomach ailments
-Bladder obstruction
-Intestine ulcers
-Myasthenia gravis
-Enlarged prostate
-If you are breast feeding
-If you are pregnant
-If you are trying to get pregnant 
-If you have trouble passing urine

It is not yet established whether the ingredients present in Uribel harm an unborn baby. This is why it is advised that you avoid this medication if you are pregnant and even if you are breast feeding, as the ingredients can be passed on to the nursing baby via breast milk which can be harmful for the little one.  Similarly, this medicine is not meant for children or infants either. Elderly people who take this medicine might experience side effects like drowsiness, confusion or agitation. 

Side effects of Uribel

The most common side effect of Uribel is the effect of the urine (and in some cases the stool) turning to a blue color. This is completely harmless and it ceases once the medicine is discontinued. 

Some other side effects of Uribel are-

-Vomiting
-Shortness of breath
-Blurred vision
-Dry mouth
-Inability to urinate
-Fast heartbeat
-Flushing
-Nausea
-Dizziness
-Drowsiness

You must immediately contact your doctor if any such side effects turn out to be rather severe. The same applies if you end up suffering from swelling, rash or severe itchiness.  Remember, it is important to stick to the dose that has been recommended to you and not over consume the medicine. If you miss a dose then take it as soon as you can, unless it is time for the next dose in which case just forget about the missed one.

As always, please remember that this article is just an informational guide. Please consult with your doctor before you start using Uribel.