What is CanesOasis used for?
- Relieving the symptoms of cystitis in women.
How does CanesOasis work?
Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder, usually caused by a bacterial bladder or urine infection. C
What is CanesOasis used for?
- Relieving the symptoms of cystitis in women.
How does CanesOasis work?
Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder, usually caused by a bacterial bladder or urine infection. Cystitis usually makes you need to pass urine frequently and causes a burning pain or stinging when you do go.
When there is an infection in the urinary tract, the bacteria in the bladder create an acidic environment that helps them to grow and multiply rapidly. As a result, the urine becomes more acidic, which is what makes it very painful to pass urine.
CanesOasis contains the active ingredient sodium citrate. It works by making the urine less acidic. This helps make it less painful to pass urine and also makes the environment in the bladder less suitable for the bacteria to survive in.
How do I take CanesOasis?
- The contents of one CanesOasis sachet should be taken, dissolved in a glass of cold water, three times a day for two days.
- You should try and drink as much water as you can during the treatment, to help flush any bacteria out of your bladder.
- If your symptoms persist despite using CanesOasis for two days you should get medical advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Who should not take CanesOasis?
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- People with kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure or diabetes.
- People who are allergic to any ingredient of the medicine.
- CanesOasis is not recommended for men or children under 16 years of age. Men and children should always see a doctor if they get symptoms of cystitis.
Who should get medical advice before using CanesOasis?
See your doctor if any of the following apply to you:
- your urine is darker than normal, cloudy or contains blood
- you are feeling generally unwell with shivers and a high temperature (fever)
- you have severe stomach, groin or back pain
- you have an unusually heavy vaginal discharge
- you are on a low salt (sodium) diet.
What are the possible side effects of CanesOasis?
- You may find using this medicine makes you need to go to the toilet more often.
Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you want any more information about the possible side effects of this medicine. If you think you have experienced a side effect, did you know you can report this using the yellow card website?
Can I take CanesOasis with other medicines?
If you are taking any other medicines it's best to check with your pharmacist before taking this one as well, to make sure the combination is safe.
You should not take this medicine if you are currently taking methenamine (Hiprex), nitrofurantoin or lithium.
Other medicines containing the same active ingredient
- Cystitis relief.
- Cymalon sachets.
Last updated 02.09.2016