Medicine information
Uses & overview
BETHANEVOID SR 75 is a pharmaceutical product from Steris Healthcare containing Bethanechol Chloride Extended Release 75 mg Tablets. Bethanechol chloride is a cholinergic agent that acts on muscarinic receptors to stimulate smooth muscle contractions, particularly in the urinary bladder. Bethanechol may be prescribed by a healthcare professional to help manage certain types of urinary retention caused by reduced bladder muscle activity, provided there is no mechanical obstruction of the urinary tract. The extended-release formulation is designed to release the active ingredient over an extended period, according to its approved formulation characteristics. BETHANEVOID SR 75 should be used only under medical supervision. The cause of urinary retention must be assessed before treatment, as bethanechol is not appropriate for every patient and must not be used when mechanical urinary outflow obstruction is present. Consult a healthcare professional for the approved indication, dosage, contraindications, and possible drug interactions.
How to use
Take BETHANEVOID SR 75 only as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the administration instructions provided with the approved product leaflet. Because this is an extended-release formulation, swallow the tablet as directed and do not crush, chew, or split it unless the product instructions specifically permit this. Bethanechol products are often administered on an empty stomach to reduce nausea and vomiting, but the correct timing for this extended-release formulation must be confirmed from its approved labeling. Do not change the dose or frequency without medical advice. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, heart disease, low blood pressure, stomach ulcers, thyroid problems, or suspected urinary or gastrointestinal obstruction. Seek urgent medical attention for breathing difficulty, fainting, severe abdominal pain, or an unusually slow heartbeat.
Storage
Store BETHANEVOID SR 75 in its original packaging under the storage conditions specified on the product label. Protect the tablets from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and do not use it after the expiry date.
