Elmiron Instillations during pregnancy

[MichelleMarie]

I'm still a little worried about taking Elmiron orally if I get pregnant (which I really hope to in the next few months!). SOOOoo, I was wondering if Elmiron instillations would be a good option while I'm pregnant, instead of taking it orally. Does anyone have any info about this?

Thanks!
Michelle

[anniepie1976]

Elmiron can be done in instillations as a opposed to orally if you feel more comfortable that way. I've been taking it orally through my pregnancy to avoid the catheters. I can't seem to tolerate the pain from them, but it is definately an option to have it instilled while pregnant. I believe there are other instillations that they can try too. I'm pretty sure heparin is safe. You definately have options. Ann

[Sherry5]

My doc said instillations are an option for preg women, just not very practical. You would be in the office a lot. Personally, those catheters are worse on my urethra than the IC, even the ped. cath. I would be in pain all the time, so it wasn't really an option for me. It may be an option for you!

Good luck on your upcoming pregnancy! :)

[Melanie]

Installation treatments are often recommended during pregnancy. It's a good way to localize the medication and for it not to travel thru the placenta.

If you choose to do any type of installations during pregnancy..... Ask your Dr and/or nurse to teach you to self-cath. Sounds scary, I know. But I find it MUCH less painful to insert the catheter myself. Also, this may allow you to do treatments at home, rather than frequent Dr's appts.

[MichelleMarie]

Thanks for all your advice! I have pretty mild IC so if instillations would be 'safer', then I might try to get away with doing them three times a month or so...

Michelle