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Cystistat is a sodium hyaluronate solution used for bladder instillation to treat interstitial cystitis (IC), painful bladder syndrome (PBS), and recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). It helps to restore the glycosaminoglycan (GAG) layer in the bladder, reducing inflammation and discomfort.

Cystistat temporarily replaces the deficient GAG layer in the bladder wall. This protective layer helps prevent bladder pain, urinary urgency, and frequency by reducing inflammation and protecting the bladder from irritants and bacteria.

Cystistat is used to treat interstitial cystitis (IC), painful bladder syndrome (PBS), recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), and radiation-induced cystitis. It is effective in reducing symptoms like bladder pain, urgency, and frequency.

Cystistat is administered via a catheter inserted into the bladder through the urethra. The solution is instilled into the bladder, where it should be retained for at least 30 minutes before being voided.

The typical treatment schedule involves weekly instillations for the first four weeks, followed by monthly treatments until symptoms improve. Some patients may require maintenance doses at increasing intervals of 6, 8, or 12 weeks.

Before the procedure, avoid drinking fluids for at least four hours. If you take diuretics, do not take them on the morning of your appointment. You will be asked to pass urine to check for any infections. If an infection is present, treatment will be postponed until it is resolved.

During the procedure, a catheter is inserted into your bladder, and Cystistat is instilled. The catheter is then removed, and you need to retain the solution for at least 30 minutes. After the treatment, you should drink plenty of fluids and continue any prescribed medications.

Cystistat is usually well-tolerated, but some patients may experience temporary discomfort during urination or localized irritation from catheterization.

Alternative treatments include bladder distension, instillations of other solutions (like Parson’s cocktail), pain management therapies, and in severe cases, surgical options such as bladder removal or urine diversion. Lifestyle changes and long-term low-dose antibiotics can also help manage symptoms.