This site is dedicated to answering questions about interstitial
cystitis / painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS) — a long-term
inflammatory condition of the bladder that is estimated to affect
between 700,000 to almost 2 million Americans.[9,47]
In addition, you’ll learn how ELMIRON can help patients who are
diagnosed with IC.
ELMIRON® is indicated for the relief of bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis.
Important Safety Information
Pentosan polysulfate sodium is a weak anticoagulant which may increase bleeding. Patients undergoing surgery or who have an increased risk of bleeding should be evaluated for the risk of hemorrhage.
In an 8-year retrospective study, adverse events tended to be infrequent, mild, and transient. Diarrhea, nausea, alopecia (reversible upon discontinuation), headache, rash, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, liver function abnormalities, and dizziness occurred at a frequency of 1% to 4%.
In a 32-week study, 6.3% of 128 patients reported rectal hemorrhage. The severity was described as "mild" in most patients.
ELMIRON® is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug, structurally related compounds, or excipients.
Please see full Prescribing information.
