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Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's

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Composition

BETHANECHOL-50MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medications called ‘Cholinergic agents’ used to treat urinary retention (holding urine in the bladder) due to surgery, childbirth, or bladder muscle problems.

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘bethanechol’ that helps treat the inability to urinate by acting on the bladder muscles. It contracts the detrusor muscle (a bladder muscle) pushing the urine out of the bladder, thus starting the urination process and emptying it. 

Take Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. You may experience some side effects such as abdominal discomfort, nausea, diarrhea, urgent desire to urinate, excessive salivation, flushing (reddening of the skin), and sweating. Consult a doctor if these side effects do not go away or worsen.

Do not take Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to ‘bethanechol’ or any other contents. Before taking Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you have undergone surgery, or previously been diagnosed with gastrointestinal (stomach and intestine) problems, urinary blockages, asthma, heart diseases, hyperthyroidism, seizures, Parkinson’s disease, or blood pressure problems (low or high). Also, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's is prescribed, do not take alcohol while using Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's, as the condition may worsen due to increased risk of side effects.  It would be best if you refrained from activities that require you to stay alert such as driving or operating heavy machinery as Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness.

Uses of Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's

Urinary retention

Medicinal Benefits

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's is a cholinergic agent used to treat urinary retention. It works by acting on the detrusor muscle (bladder muscle) to push the urine out of the bladder. The detrusor muscle contracts strong enough to start the micturition (the process of urination), thus emptying the bladder.

Directions for Use

Take Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals to avoid nausea or take it as advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's

  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Urgent desire to urinate
  • Excessive salivation
  • Flushing (reddening of the skin)
  • Sweating

Drug Warnings

Do not take Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you had recent surgeries, stomach or intestinal ulcers, bladder obstruction, peritonitis (infection of the stomach lining), or inflammatory bowel disease (inflammation of the digestive tract). Use of Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's in the above illnesses may worsen the condition. Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause atrial fibrillation (heart rhythm problems) in patients with hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's may flare up the symptoms when used in patients with lung diseases such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) as it can constrict the airways. Do not use Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's in patients with heart diseases, hypotension (low blood pressure), bradycardia (low heart rate), seizures, and Parkinson’s disease. Do not consume alcohol as it can increase dizziness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. To avoid dizziness from this medicine, stand up slowly from a sitting or lying position.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's effectiveness may alter when used with other cholinergic or anticholinergic drugs and antihypertensive drugs (mecamylamine and trimethaphan).

Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-disease interactions: Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with urinary bladder obstruction, inflammatory bowel diseases (inflammation of the digestive tract), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcers, lung problems, bradycardia (decreased heart rate), hypotension (low blood pressure), coronary artery disease (a heart disease), seizures (fits), and Parkinson’s disease (a brain disorder).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • MECAMYLAMINE
  • TRIMETHAPHAN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink more fluids in the morning and afternoon rather than at night.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine intake. 
  • Maintain a healthy weight. Shed excess weight if you are overweight or obese. 
  • Consume a healthy diet containing whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Urinary retention: Urinary retention is the inability to empty the bladder. It occurs due to obstruction in the urinary tract or the presence of weak bladder muscles due to surgery, childbirth, or any underlying conditions.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - BCH0003

FAQs

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of urinary retention or the inability to urinate. It contracts the bladder muscles and initiates the process of urination, thus emptying the bladder.
Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's may lower your blood pressure (hypotension) and cause dizziness. To prevent falls, it is advised to stand up slowly while rising from a sitting or lying position.
There are no sufficient safety data established for the use of Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's in pregnant women. So, it is recommended to use Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's in pregnant women only if clinically needed.
It is recommended to take a Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's on an empty stomach. You can take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals to prevent nausea.
Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's can narrow the airways and cause the flare-up of the symptoms of asthma. So, it is not recommended for use in patients with asthma.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may increase the risk of side-effects. So, do not take alcohol while using Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's is a category C medicine. It should be used in pregnant women only if needed.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if needed.

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Driving

Caution

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery while using Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Caution

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Bchol 50 mg Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by a doctor.

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