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(also known as Pentosan polysulfate)
Pentosan is used to relieve the symptoms of the bladder condition called interstitial cystitis.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Common Brand Names:
Elmiron
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Interstitial Cystitis (IC) | 286 |
64% |
| Chronic Pain | 1 |
0% |
| Depression | 1 |
100% |
| Female Sexual Issues | 1 |
100% |
| Depression - Teen | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 64% (291
Members)
find Elmiron helpful
Elmiron Reviews
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Can't afford it anymore without my insurance...
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I take three pills a day. Since starting them I have improved dramatically.
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WORKED BUT COULD NOT AFFORD IT
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Elmiron has been a blessing for me. I have few side effects and it helps some but not enough. Wish there was something for pain and frequency.
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Been on it since 2005 - it normally helps control my symptoms. I definitely have to take it twice a day or my bladder spasms come back strong.
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Just started today - not sure if it will work
Working / Worked
Have been on this for 10 months. I don't feel like it is working and am concerned about the side effects.
Working / Worked
Have been on Elmiron for 10 mos. Have had 1 really bad flare up. Still have lots of pain and symptoms.
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I got better but I agree with the research showing it isn't very effective and may just be acting like an anti-histimine.
Working / Worked
Seems to be working but I am experiencing hair loss and some dissiness.
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I would REALLY recommend also exploring some alternative therapies out there. I am pregnant, for example, and I can't take Elmiron as there are not a... [More] -
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I have been on Elmiron since January 2007. It took about 3 months before I noticed any improvement. I have had no adverse reactions to this drug and... [More] -
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I took Elmiron and found it to be extremely effective. I had no noticeable side effects. I began my treatment in 2001 when I felt I was at the end up ... [More] -
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My eyes also get blurry, and I take Elmiron. It's almost like a film is over my eyes at times. [More] -
New study on which drugs work for IC
Hey you guys Study just published in the Archives of Internal Medicine Oct 8, 2007 reviewed the studies done on Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder... [More]
