Hiprex
Hiprex is a medicine that stops bacteria from growing in your urine and helps prevent urinary tract infections.
Form
tabletti
Strength
1 g
Active Ingredient
Methenamine hippurate
Manufacturer
Viatris Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and children over 12 years: 1 tablet or 1 sachet twice a day. Children 6-12 years: half a tablet twice a day.
Method
Tablets can be split or crushed and taken with milk or fruit juice, preferably on an empty stomach. Dissolve the powder from the sachet in a glass of water.
Important
Do not take more than 2 tablets or 2 sachets per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •rash, itchy skin
- •nausea, vomiting, stomach upset
RARE
- •stomach pain, bladder irritation
- •diarrhea
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to methenamine hippurate or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have gout.
- Do not use if you have severe dehydration.
- Do not use if you have severe liver or kidney problems, or metabolic acidosis.
- Do not use with medicines containing sulfonamides or alkalizing agents.
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- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine.
- Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
- Talk to your doctor before you stop taking this medicine.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Has modest efficacy. Useless in persons with urinary catheters. Avoid use in moderately severe renal impairment. (updated 4.12.2023)