North East and North Cumbria
ICS Formulary
7 Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and urinary-tract disorders
07-04-03 Treatment of interstitial cystitis
Pentosan Polysulphate Sodium
Elmiron
®
Formulary
100mg capsules
Approved for treating bladder pain in line with NICE
NICE TA610: Pentosan polysulfate sodium for treating bladder pain syndrome
MHRA Drug Safety Update (Sept 2019): Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium): rare risk of pigmentary maculopathy
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Conditions for which over the counter items should not routinely be prescribed in primary care: Guidance for CCGs
County Durham and Darlington Adult Bladder and Bowel formulary First Line Prescribing Guide 2023
MHRA Drug Safety Update (Sept 2019): Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium): rare risk of pigmentary maculopathy
NICE NG118: Renal and ureteric stones: assessment and management
NICE NG123: Urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women: management
NICE NG126: Ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage: diagnosis and initial management
NICE TA610: Pentosan polysulfate sodium for treating bladder pain syndrome
North of Tyne, Gateshead and North Cumbria - Catheter Formulary and Guidance (Sep 2021)
North of Tyne, Gateshead and North Cumbria - Catheter Info Sheet
North of Tyne, Gateshead and North Cumbria - Urinary Continence Enablement Products and Devices Formulary 2021
North of Tyne, Gateshead and North Cumbria Area Prescribing Committee - Urology Guidelines
Tees Urinary Continence Formulary February 2020
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