BETMIGA 50 MG TABLET
Generic : Mirabegron (50mg)
Treatment : Overactive Bladder (oab) Symptoms
Pack size : 10 (Tablet)
Manufacturer : Astellas Pharma Inc
Made In : INDIA
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Betmiga 50mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms of overactive bladder that includes increased or frequent urination, urgent need to urinate and inability to control urination. It helps to relax the muscle surrounding the bladder and increase it’s ability to store urine.
Betmiga 50mg Tablet is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor prior to the treatment. Patients with liver or kidney disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.
BENEFITS OF BETMIGA TABLET
In Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
Betmiga 50mg Tablet helps to treat uncontrollable contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles that cause frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control the passing of urine. It also relieves painful, or frequent urination and reduces the urgency to urinate that may occur with some infections of the urinary tract. This way it helps manage the overactive bladder symptoms efficiently.
HOW TO USE BETMIGA TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Betmiga 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW BETMIGA TABLET WORKS
Betmiga 50mg Tablet is a beta 3-receptor agonist. It works by activating the receptor in the bladder, causing the bladder muscles to relax. It prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Betmiga 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betmiga 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betmiga 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Betmiga 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Betmiga 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Betmiga 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Betmiga 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Betmiga 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Betmiga 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Betmiga 50mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
INTERACTION WITH DRUGS
- KETOCONAZOLE
- ITRACONAZOLE
- CARVEDILOL
- METOPROLOL
- PIMOZIDE
- THIORIDAZINE
- CHLORPHENIRAMINE
- DEXTROMETHORPHAN
- WARFARIN
- COUMADIN
- DESIPRAMINE
- DIGOXIN
- FLECAINIDE
- PROPAFENONE
- DARIFENACIN
- FESOTERODINE
- OXYBUTYNIN
- TOLTERODINE
- TROSPIUM
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE BETMIGA TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Betmiga 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
SIDE EFFECTS
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betmiga
- Constipation
- Headache
- High blood pressure
- Nasal inflammation
- Urinary tract infection
- Fast heart rate
- Joint pain
FAQ's
Q. How long does it take for Betmiga 50mg Tablet to show its effects?
You may see the full benefits of Betmiga 50mg Tablet after 8 weeks of starting the treatment or longer. Depending on how well the medicine suits and affects the patient, the dose can be increased after 4-8 weeks.
Q. Can I stop taking Betmiga 50mg Tablet if I start feeling better?
No, do not stop taking Betmiga 50mg Tablet even if you start feeling better. This medicine does not cure overactive bladder but relieves the symptoms of urgency, frequency and incontinence (unable to control when you empty your bladder). Stopping treatment may result in a recurrence of the symptoms of overactive bladder.
Q. Does Betmiga 50mg Tablet cause loss of sleep?
No, Betmiga 50mg Tablet does not affect your sleep. However, if you are having any problems related to your sleep, talk to your doctor.
Q. What is the effect of Betmiga 50mg Tablet in children?
It is best to avoid the use of Betmiga 50mg Tablet in children because its effectiveness and side effects in children (age < 18 years) have not been studied yet.
Q. Can I take Betmiga 50mg Tablet off and on?
No, you need to take it daily as directed by your doctor since it controls your condition and does not cure it. Your bladder takes time to adapt to the medicine, so if you take it off and on, you will not get the desired benefits and your symptoms will recur.
Q. Does Betmiga 50mg Tablet affect the kidneys?
Infection of kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder or urethra is a common side effect of Betmiga 50mg Tablet but does not affect everyone. Very few patients have reported of developing renal stones and bladder pain with the use of Betmiga 50mg Tablet. Also, patients with compromised kidney function should be careful while using Betmiga 50mg Tablet and report any unwanted symptoms related to kidneys to the consulting doctor.
Q. Do I need to be careful while taking Betmiga 50mg Tablet if I am taking medicines to control my blood pressure?
Yes, you need to be careful while taking Betmiga 50mg Tablet if you have high blood pressure. Keep a regular check on your blood pressure since Betmiga 50mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood pressure in some people. It should not be used in patients with severe uncontrolled hypertension.
Q. What if I accidentally take more than the required dose of Betmiga 50mg Tablet?
You should seek urgent medical attention even if do not feel any discomfort. Overdose of Betmiga 50mg Tablet may increase your pulse rate and blood pressure. As a result of this, you may experience severe headache, palpitations, chest pain and fatigue.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pack size – 10
pack form – tablet
MORE INFORMATION
Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.
Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.
