Comfora Capsule 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 Capsule 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.

Uses of Comfora Capsule

Interstitial cystitis

Side effects of Comfora Capsule

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 Comfora

Abnormal liver function
Rash
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Headache
Hair loss
Dyspepsia
Liver dysfunction

How to use Comfora Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Comfora Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

How Comfora Capsule works

Comfora Capsule binds to the urinary bladder wall and prevents the irritating chemicals in the urine from coming in contact with the bladder wall.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Comfora Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Comfora Capsule 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Comfora Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Comfora Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Comfora Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Comfora Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Comfora Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Comfora Capsule, please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Comfora Capsule for relieving bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis.
Take it at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.
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 Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding.
You have been prescribed Comfora Capsule for relieving bladder pain or discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis.
Take it at least 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals.
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 Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding.
Inform your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

O-glycosyl compounds

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Action Class

Glycosaminoglycan (GAG) Analogues

Interaction with drugs

Taking Comfora with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Apixaban (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. Pentosan polysulfate sodium may increase the effect of Apixaban. Do not consume Apixaban with Pentosan polysulfate sodium. If conc... More

Dabigatran Etexilate (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of internal bleeding. Do not consume Dabigatran Etexilate with Pentosan polysulfate sodium. If concurrent use is essential, please consult you... More

Dasatinib (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding and low platelet count. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. Your doctor ma... More

Bevacizumab (Injection Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately.

Rivaroxaban (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. Do not consume Rivaroxaban with Pentosan polysulfate sodium. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult y... More

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Patient concerns

Cystitis, left renal calculi. .

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Take tablet neeri , tablet cystone, tablet chandraprabha vati all 3, 2 tablet twice daily water. Drink more of water

What is the best medicine for bladder infection

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Cystitis has to be diagnosed after some investigations and clinical examination and treatment given after that

User feedback

Patients taking Comfora Capsule

Thrice A Day

63%

Twice A Day

28%

Once A Day

10%

What are you using Comfora Capsule for?

Interstitial *

78%

Others

22%

*Interstitial cystitis

How much was the improvement?

Poor

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Comfora Capsule?

No Side Effec*

25%

Nausea

25%

Dizziness

25%

Sleeping for *

25%

*No Side Effect, Sleeping for unusually long periods

How do you take Comfora Capsule?

Empty stomach

75%

With food

25%

Please rate Comfora Capsule on price

Average

44%

Not Expensive

33%

Expensive

22%

FAQs

Can the use of Comfora Capsule increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Comfora Capsule 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.

Is Comfora Capsule a steroid?

No, Comfora Capsule 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.

How long does it take Comfora Capsule 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 Capsule 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.

Who should be cautious while starting Comfora Capsule?

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 Capsule can increase the risk of bleeding. Also, pregnant women, patients with liver or kidney problems should remain cautious while using this medicine.

How should I take Comfora Capsule?

Comfora Capsule 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.

Does Comfora Capsule need to be refrigerated?

No, Comfora Capsule should not be refrigerated. Comfora Capsule 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.

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