What is Pentosan polysulfate sodium?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: Pentosan polysulfate sodiumBrand:
Pentosan polysulfate sodium is an analgesic medication that is used to relieve bladder pain or discomfort due to interstitial cystitis.
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How do members experience Pentosan polysulfate sodium?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interstitial cystitis | 351 | 51 | |
| Bladder problems | 7 | 7 | |
| Urinary burning pain | 3 | 5 | |
| Bladder irritability | 1 | 0 | |
| Eosinophilic cystitis | 1 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hair loss | 6 | |
| Nausea | 4 | |
| Diarrhea | 2 | |
| Alopecia | 1 | |
| Chronic constipation | 1 | |
| Constipation | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 7 | |
| Moderate | 11 | |
| Mild | 10 | |
| None | 26 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Mar 08, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for interstitial cystitis: None
- Side effects: Severe
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