Question 1

elmiron (pentosan) side effects are what?

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Elmiron (pentosan) SE: Elmiron (pentosan) is a long term medication used for interstitial cystitis. Side effects are very uncommon. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal:  rectal hemorrhage (6%), diarrhea (4%), nausea (4%), abdominal pain (2%), dyspepsia (2%).  Hair loss occurs 6%.

Question 2

what are the side effects taking elmiron (pentosan)?

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Few, but watch for..: ..Upset stomach, nausea, and loose stools.  Headache has been reported as well. Some patients experience hair loss, which is temporary and will grow back when this drug is stopped. If you have the gastrointestinal symptoms, we recommend small meals, good mouth care, sucking on sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum. Elmiron (pentosan) is generally well tolerated by patients.

Question 3

i have had ic for some time prescribed elmiron (pentosan) but to afraid to take ie side effects  very scary?

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Don't be afraid: I have treated hundreds of patients with the medication and the overwhelming majority do very well.  The medication is very safe and effective.  The downside is it is typically taken 3 times per day and it does not work fast.   It will typically take 3 months to begin to be effective.  Rarely I have seen patients with hair loss but it is typically seen as additional hair in the sink or brush.

Question 4

how common are  side effects from elmiron (pentosan)?

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Rare, but watch for: ...Upset stomach, nausea, and loose stools.  Headache has been reported as well. Some patients experience hair loss, which is temporary and will grow back when this drug is stopped. If you have the gastrointestinal symptoms, we recommend small meals, good mouth care, sucking on sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum. Elmiron (pentosan) is generally well tolerated by patients with rare adverse effects.

Question 5

what are the side effects for women taking elmiron (pentosan)?

Accepted Answer

Elmiron (pentosan) SE: Elmiron (pentosan) is a long term medication used for interstitial cystitis. Side effects are very uncommon. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal:  rectal hemorrhage (6%), diarrhea (4%), nausea (4%), abdominal pain (2%), dyspepsia (2%).  Hair loss occurs 6%.

Question 6

can internal cleansers have any adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Cleansers: I am assuming you are speaking about colonic types of treatments whether in an enema or oral cleanse formulation.  There can be a number of negative effects on the GI system.  The main acute issue with rapid transit loss of electrolytes and changes in ph balance of blood.  The most negative effect resulting from this is often neurologic, sometimes irreversible.  Use caution.

Question 7

after smoking 4 35yrs. any adverse effects i should expect?

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Multiple: Emphysema, cough, shortness of breath, recurrent upper respiratory infections, hoarseness, throat and lung cancer, and coronary disease! heart attacks! peripheral vascular disease! amputations if diabetic etc.

Question 8

what, if any, are the adverse effects of eating too many berries?

Accepted Answer

What kind of berries: There may be peculiar side effects of each type of berry.  In general side effects may include, allergic reactions, too much sugar intake that may upset a diet or diabetes control, diarrhea, and infections if berries are contaminated.

Question 9

is pentosan safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pentosan: Pentosan is US FDA pregnancy category B. It didn't cause problems in animal studies but there really haven't been adequate studies in pregnant humans . It should be discussed with the patient's doctor.

Question 10

what adverse effects could playing handball have on your health?

Accepted Answer

Healthy exercise: Handball is a good aerobic exercise. It has great value for overall health. Any exercise has the ability to produce injuries and these should be addressed appropriately. If there are underlying health conditions then an individual should consult their physician before beginning a new exercise regimen.

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