Comfora Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Swati Spentose Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Pentosan polysulfate sodium (100mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | O-glycosyl compounds |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | UROLOGY |
| Action Class | interstitial cystitis drug |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 550 |
FAQ
Does Comfora need to be refrigerated?
No, Comfora should not be refrigerated. Comfora comes in the form of capsules and can be stored at a safe place below 30°C. The bottle should be tightly closed to protect the medicine from moisture. Use the medicine within specified time after opening the pack. It is important to discard and stop using this medicine after the expiry date.
How long does it take Comfora to start working?
Generally, it takes about 3 to 6 months of continuous therapy to find some benefit or improvement. However, the duration of start of effect is variable as Comfora is recommended for long-term use to get effective clinical benefit. To check the effectiveness of the medicine, patients are reassessed after 3 months of treatment. This is also done to analyze whether the medication can be continued longer if the patients have not encountered any side effects.
How should I take Comfora?
Comfora should be taken in the dose as advised by the doctor. Take the medicine whole at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals with one glass of water.
Who should be cautious while starting Comfora?
Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have any disease for which you are taking blood thinning medications like warfarin, heparin, aspirin, etc. This is done because the use of Comfora can increase the risk of bleeding. Also, pregnant women, patients with liver or kidney problems should remain cautious while using this medicine.
Is Comfora a steroid?
No, Comfora is not a steroid. It is used in the treatment of interstitial cystitis which is also known as bladder pain syndrome. This disease may cause sores on the inner lining of the urinary bladder along with areas of tiny bleeds, and the patient complains of pain and a frequent urge to urinate.
Can the use of Comfora increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Comfora is a weak anticoagulant, and it may increase your risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding, or if you notice blood in stool.
What if you forget to take Comfora?
If you miss a dose of Comfora, please consult your doctor.
Comfora Capsule Reviews
Comfora is used for treating bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome). It prevents irritating chemicals to contact with the bladder wall.
Comfora is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least an hour before having a meal. 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.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include hair loss, diarrhea, nausea, rash, and headache. It may also make you feel dizzy, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are on any other medication for a blood disorder, liver disease, or any other health condition.
Comfora is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least an hour before having a meal. 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.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include hair loss, diarrhea, nausea, rash, and headache. It may also make you feel dizzy, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are on any other medication for a blood disorder, liver disease, or any other health condition.
How Comfora Capsule Works
Comfora binds to the urinary bladder wall and prevents the irritating chemicals in the urine from coming in contact with the bladder wall.
How to Use Comfora Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Comfora is to be taken empty stomach.
Benefits of Comfora Capsule
- In Treatment of Interstitial cystitis: Interstitial cystitis is a long-term painful condition of the bladder. Comfora relieves this discomfort and pain associated with interstitial cystitis and also protects the inner lining of the bladder from getting damaged due to the harmful chemicals that are responsible for causing pain, inflammation and discomfort while passing urine. This medicine is very effective and provides quick relief. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Uses of Comfora Capsule
- Treatment of Interstitial cystitis
Comfora Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Comfora in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Comfora during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Comfora in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Comfora. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Comfora is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
UNSAFE
Comfora may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Quick Tips
- Take it at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.
- You have been prescribed Comfora for relieving bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis.
- It may take 12-16 weeks of treatment before any effect is seen. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Inform your doctor if you will be undergoing any surgery or are taking anticoagulants such as warfarin sodium, heparin, or high doses of aspirin as Comfora may increase the risk of bleeding.
References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1087-88.
- Medscape. Pentosan polysulfate sodium.
- Pentosan polysulfate sodium. Raritan, New Jersey: Ortho Women’s Health & Urology; 1998.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).