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Hiprex® (methenamine hippurate tablets USP)
Hiprex® (methenamine hippurate tablets USP) are used to prevent or control recurring urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria. Hiprex is not used to treat an active infection; Hiprex should only be used after the infection has been treated with other antibiotics.
You should not take Hiprex if you are allergic to methenamine hippurate, formaldehyde, or any of the other ingredients in the drug, or if you are taking a sulfonamide drug.
You should not take Hiprex unless your doctor has confirmed that your infection is caused by bacteria that is susceptible to Hiprex. Hiprex is effective only against bacterial infections in the urinary tract. It will not work for other types of bacterial infections or for viral infections (such as the common cold or flu). Unnecessary use of Hiprex can lead to its decreased effectiveness and the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
You should not take Hiprex if you have kidney failure, severe liver insufficiency, or you are severely dehydrated.
Large doses of Hiprex (8 pills/day for 3-4 weeks) can cause bladder irritation, painful and frequent urination, cause protein to leak into the urine, and cause blood in the urine.
You should also be aware that taking Hiprex before a bacterial infection has been confirmed increases the risk of developing drug resistant bacteria.
When taking Hiprex:
Hiprex should only be used to treat bacterial infections. Hiprex will not treat a viral infection (such as the common cold)
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or trouble breathing.
Most side effects have been mild and reported in < 3.5% of people taking Hiprex.
These minor side effects have included:
Large doses of Hiprex (8 pills daily for 3-4 weeks) have caused bladder irritation, painful and frequent urination, excess protein in the urine and blood in the urine. If you experience any of these side effects, contact your doctor immediately.
There is no specific treatment for suspected overdose.
Seek emergency help. Supportive measures should be taken.
Call the Poison Control Hotline (1-800-222-1222).
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Validus Pharmaceuticals, LLC at — VALIDUS (1-866-982-5438) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch