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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)
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Elmiron Reviews
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used for about 2 years, no noticable improvment, expensive
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not sure...
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not sure...
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worked
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Seems to be working. I was taking it 3 times a day, now just 2 times a day.
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I have been taking Elmiron for about four or five months now. I cannot tell a dramatic difference but it is evident that my bladder is in better condition than what is was before i started any kind of treatment.
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I am having fewing really bad days since starting three months ago. Stomach and rib cage very much affected though.
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3 treatments so far,,,
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LOVE THIS MEDICENE! IT IS MY SAVIOR
Working / Worked
LOVE IT! helping me to heal 5-1-08
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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]
