How long does it take for bladder instillations to work?

While each patient responds differently to bladder instillations, improvements are often seen within three to four weeks after treatment begins. Treatments performed as outpatient in-office procedures are usually done in cycles lasting six to eight weeks.

What is an instillation procedure?

A bladder instillation, or wash, can assist in managing many different bladder problems. Sometimes referred to as a bladder wash or bath, a bladder instillation is a treatment involving a solution inserted into the bladder through a catheter and released after a short period of time.

How do you prepare for a bladder instillation?

any fluids for 4 hours prior to the treatment. It is easiest to schedule the treatment first thing in the morning. Empty your bladder just before the instillation. Retain the medication in your bladder for two hours, or as long as possible.

What is Rimso 50 used for?

This medication is used to treat a certain bladder condition (interstitial cystitis). Dimethyl sulfoxide is also known as DMSO. It is believed to reduce swelling and pain due to interstitial cystitis and may improve blood supply to the treated area.

How is rimso-50 administered in the urethra?

Rimso-50 Dosage and Administration. Instillation of 50 mL of Rimso-50 ® (dimethyl sulfoxide) directly into the bladder may be accomplished by catheter or asepto syringe and allow to remain for 15 minutes. Application of an analgesic lubricant gel such as lidocaine jelly to the urethra is suggested prior to insertion of the catheter to avoid spasm.

What do you need to know about rimso-50?

What is Rimso-50? Rimso-50 is used to treat pain and swelling caused by bladder or urinary conditions including cystitis (bladder inflammation or irritation). Rimso-50 will not treat a bladder infection. Rimso-50 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Follow all directions on your medicine label and package.

Is the intravesical instillation of rimso-50 harmful?

Intravesical instillation of RIMSO-50 ® may be harmful to patients with urinary tract malignancy because of dimethyl sulfoxide-induced vasodilation. Some data indicate that dimethyl sulfoxide potentiates other concomitantly administered medications.

How often should you take rimso-50 for cystitis?

After Rimso-50 is placed into the bladder, you will need to hold the medicine in for 15 minutes before emptying your bladder. If you have severe cystitis, you may be given an anesthesia to numb your pelvic area before you are treated with Rimso-50. Dimethyl sulfate is usually given once every 2 weeks until your symptoms are relieved.