Flavoxate

Bladder antispasmodic
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Flavoxate is a bladder antispasmodic found in 1 medicine sold in India, such as Urispas 200. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

What it is used for

Eases painful, frequent or urgent urination from bladder spasm, for example with urine infections.

How it works

A bladder muscle relaxant that eases urgency, frequency and painful bladder spasm.

How to take it

Usually 200 mg three times a day.

Common side effects

  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Drowsiness

Get medical help straight away if

  • Eye pain
  • Inability to pass urine
  • Confusion

Be careful

Can cause dry mouth or blurred vision; it does not treat the infection itself.

Other medicines and interactions

Adds to other anticholinergic medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask your doctor; usually avoided.

Brands of Flavoxate (1)

Urispas 200

Common questions

What is Flavoxate used for?

Eases painful, frequent or urgent urination from bladder spasm, for example with urine infections.

How does Flavoxate work?

A bladder muscle relaxant that eases urgency, frequency and painful bladder spasm.

How should I take Flavoxate?

Usually 200 mg three times a day.

What are the side effects of Flavoxate?

Common: Dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness. Get help straight away for: Eye pain, inability to pass urine, confusion.

Does Flavoxate interact with other medicines?

Adds to other anticholinergic medicines.

Is Flavoxate safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Ask your doctor; usually avoided.

Does Flavoxate need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Flavoxate?

Urispas 200.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.