| U.S. Brand Names |
| Rimso®-50 |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
| DMSO |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Urinary Tract Product |
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| Use |
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Symptomatic relief of interstitial cystitis |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
|
C |
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| Adverse Reactions |
|
>10%: Gastrointestinal: Garlic-like breath 1% to 10%: Central nervous system: Headache, sedation Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting Local: Local dermatitis Ocular: Burning eyes |
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| Drug Interactions |
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Increased toxicity with sulindac |
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| Usual Dosage |
|
Instill 50 mL directly into bladder and allow to remain for 15 minutes; repeat every 2 weeks until maximum symptomatic relief is obtained |
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| Administration |
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Not for I.V. or I.M. use |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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May cause sedation |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
|
None reported |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Solution: 50% [500 mg/mL] (50 mL) |
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