Elflav is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Elflav is used -
Common
Is the use of Elflav safe for pregnant women?
Elflav rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Elflav safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Elflav on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Elflav will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Elflav on the Kidneys?
Elflav may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elflav on the Liver?
Elflav has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Elflav on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Elflav for the heart.
Elflav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elflav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elflav habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Elflav .
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Elflav does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Elflav only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Elflav cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Elflav
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Elflav with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elflav
Information about the interaction of Elflav and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Elflav doesn't cause constipation. Constipation can be prevented or managed by drinking more water, eating more fiber, exercising more, taking laxatives, probiotics, eating magnesium and prunes and avoiding dairy.
Elflav is the brand name for flavoxate. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics (agents that prevent and relieve muscle spasms). It is available in the form of tablets. Elflav is used to treat overactive bladder, a condition in which bladder muscles contract uncontrollably causing frequent and urgent need to urinate. It is also used to treat frequent, painful and nighttime urination. In addition, it is also used for treating urgency arising from the infections of bladder, prostate, and kidneys.
No, Elflav is not available over the counter. It is a prescription drug. It is available when it is prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Elflav can be used as a painkiller, for alleviating the bladder pain or painful urination.
Yes, Elflav may cause nausea. Some of the other side effects caused by Elflav are eye pain, blurred vision, increased sensitivity of the eye to pain, dry mouth or throat, stomach upset and vomiting. Nausea can be prevented and managed by eating ginger, using peppermint aromatherapy, using acupuncture or acupressure, inhaling lemons, taking deep breaths, using certain spices, relaxing the muscles, taking vitamin b6 supplements and avoiding large meals can help.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
