i had bladder infections on a monthly basis and was treated by my internist with various aantibotics. my internist sent me to a Urologist. she did an amazing thing. i now take methenamine hippura 1gm along with a vitamine C daily. I am now free from those painful bladder infections. This is my miracle drug!!
Most voted negative review
4 People found this comment helpful
I was prescribed methenamine 1 gram twice a day for UTI prevention by my urologist. Unfortunately, it didn't work for me at all since I still got frequent UTIs while taking the drug. Worst of all, after taking methenamine with no problems for over six months, I suddenly developed sharp stomach pains/cramping and an itchy skin rash. Needless to say, I stopped using methenmine. Even so, it took...
Anonymous | 65-74 | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
7/10/2018
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 2.3
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
After 7 UTI's in 18 months, I went on a 3 months course of antibiotics which seemed to work. I started Methenamine Hippurate as a preventative measure, and everything seemed fine for ~ 2 months. Then I started having pain and incontinence typical of another UTI. There was no UTI, just the side effects of the drug. It has been a month since I stopped taking it, and the incontinence persists.
9
2
Report this post
Anonymous | 65-74 | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/4/2018
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 2.3
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
The bitter taste and rough coating make it difficult to swallow. I have tried two versions: CL-20 and E-71. They both taste vile and stick in my throat. Is there a coated pill I can ask for? I will be on this medication long-term, and would like something I can easily swallow.
11
Report this post
jackie | 75 or over | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/7/2018
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Chronic UTI's for years. Last year was every month after antibotics would return. this Medication has worked wonders. No UTI in 5 months. Take one aday.
14
1
Report this post
nancylou | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/4/2017
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
It's the only thing that keeps my urinary tract in fiction free. I just hope I can tolerate the methenamine over a long period. It works because it turns into formaldehyde in the bladder. The Vitamin C that I take turns the urinw acidic but its the formaldehyde that likes all bacteria.
1
Report this post
fletsara | 75 or over | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
7/30/2016
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Since beginning this medication, I have been UTI free for 7 months. After 25 years of nearly monthly utis, I feel like I have my life back! After so many uti treatments I have become allergic to nearly all of the antibiotics commonly used for treatment. Thank heaven my urologist came up with this one, I was beginning to feel panicky.
37
1
Report this post
JOAN ROSENBLATT | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/3/2016
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
THIS HAS HELPED ME ALOT. HOWEVER I GAT THIS AWFUL TASTE IN MY MOUTH FROM THIS MEDICATION.
22
3
Report this post
Saintscruiser | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/7/2015
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 3.7
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have had interstitial cystitis for 22 years. The pain is similar to a UTI. I have had 3 urinary infections during my life span. All of a sudden, I am allergic to antibiotics that I've never been allergic to in the past. Recently, I've had 2 UTI infections and am now allergic to Cipro, Levaquin, Z-pacts, and Macradation. Went by urologists to do another urine test and was put on this drug. I have taken 2 pills. I am praying this does the trick, but was told by doctor's office that I will have to take this the rest of my life. For me, the co-pay was a little much, but I'm on disability. These reviews have filled me with hope and I'm so glad people have taken the time to post it. God Bless, all!Read More Read Less
24
2
Report this post
R A | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/20/2015
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I had ULI all my adult life. Tried everything. Have not had an UTI since I've been on this medication.
38
1
Report this post
Anonymous | Female | Patient
8/19/2015
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
i had bladder infections on a monthly basis and was treated by my internist with various aantibotics. my internist sent me to a Urologist. she did an amazing thing. i now take methenamine hippura 1gm along with a vitamine C daily. I am now free from those painful bladder infections. This is my miracle drug!!
43
2
Report this post
Jak | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
4/30/2015
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Mom (88+ Years) has been plagued by UTIs (various bacterial forms) for over 6 years. We could not stop them with other antibiotics (stopped for a few weeks and then had another one!) We used UTI Stat as well. Changed toileting hygiene methods. Still got UTIs. THEN her new urologist (whose praises I cannot sing loud enough!) put her on this medication. Mom has been UTI clear for over SEVEN months! This is a record for her. We are so grateful that it works. We also continue the UTI Stat. Her doctor said it doesn't work for every patient, but we are both so grateful it works for her. Read More Read Less
29
Report this post
Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/7/2015
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.3
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I'm a 60 year old female who at age 57 starting having recurring UTI's. I NEVER had a UTI prior, no lifestyle changes, and I have to assume it was hormonal /chemical changes following menopause. After an average of four UTI's per year for several years, I went to a urologist and was prescribed Methenamine Hipp. At first, taking the prescribed two (2) pills per day, caused burning, and I couldn't drink enough water in a day to properly dilute the drug. Then I switched to one pill in the morning, and I'm five months UTI free. The drug manufacturer should note on the prescription that the amount of water (4 ? 6 ? 8 ? glasses ??? per day) is critical to the effectiveness and side effects of this drug. The label instruction to "drink plenty of water with this prescription..." is NOT very helpful. I'm relieved with the results, and don't have to worry about UTI's all the time. Less physical and mental stress worrying about getting a UTI at the worst time. Read More Read Less
2
1
Report this post
KathiP | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/12/2015
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have suffered from frequent UTIs for over 35 years and was prescribed methenamine by my urologist and it's helped immensely! Have become resistant to many antibiotics over the years, but taking this along with Vitamin C, I no longer worry that I'll be getting a UTI-any time now-as I did before! I have had no side effects from this drug either. My urologist did say I may still get a UTI once or twice a year, but that beats once or twice a month!! This drug is a life-saver!
26
1
Report this post
Jean | 75 or over | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
12/31/2014
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have been taking this medication for almost 1 year and I haven't had a UTI since. I was having infections and didn't even know I had one until it got bad. I am very pleased with my results.
18
Report this post
Valechett | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/11/2014
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 2.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I have been taking this medication for 3 days and it makes my bladder cramp & feel like it is on fire. I have been extremely nauseous since taking it.
10
Report this post
me | 75 or over | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/7/2014
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I feel so much better after taking this
9
Report this post
livvie | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
5/22/2014
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.7
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I am 74yrs old and have UTI since I was 17yrs old. I've been on every antibiotic there is. Finally, my husbands urologist told me about this. I was taking 4 a day and I was free for the first time in years. Then I started slacking off of it to 2X's a day and it came right back. Now I'm fighting another one and back to 4X's a day. None of the doctors and urologist in my area had ever heard of it. When I ask them about it they have to look it up in their medical book. I would like to tell everyone about it. Also, my insurance covers it and my co-payment is only about $3.00. Read More Read Less
2
Report this post
zsolt | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
2/19/2014
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 4.3
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Report this post
unhappy patient 54 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/23/2013
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Overall rating 2.3
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I was prescribed methenamine 1 gram twice a day for UTI prevention by my urologist. Unfortunately, it didn't work for me at all since I still got frequent UTIs while taking the drug. Worst of all, after taking methenamine with no problems for over six months, I suddenly developed sharp stomach pains/cramping and an itchy skin rash. Needless to say, I stopped using methenmine. Even so, it took several days for the side effects to go away. I wish methenamine had worked for me as well as it has worked for other people since I have often get UTIs that are now mostly all antiobiotic resistant. Read More Read Less
13
4
Report this post
Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | Patient
9/16/2013
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 3.7
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Report this post
sydney | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/12/2013
Condition: Urinary Tract Infection
Overall rating 5.0
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
I am 74 yrs old and have had UTI's for many, many years. This med is the only one that has helped me and believe me I've tried tons. My husbands urologist is the dr that told me about it. I have told 2 Urologist 1 GYN and my primary and no one has even heard of it. I would like to take an add out in the paper to give people the relieve that I finally have.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT USER-GENERATED CONTENT ON WEBMD
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions.