Mission launches Uribel

SAN ANTONIO Drug maker Mission Pharmacal has launched a treatment for urinary tract infections.

Mission announced the launch of Uribel (methenamine, sodium phosphate monobasic, phenyl salicylate, methylene blue and hyoscyamine sulfave) capsules, used to relieve local discomfort and inflammation associated with lower urinary tract infections, interstitial cystitis, painful bladder syndrome and urinary tract procedures.

Mission will handle distribution and marketing of Uribel for Star Pharmaceuticals, while an unnamed third party company will manufacture the drug.

“Uribel is an important expansion of our urology and women’s health product portfolio, and we’re excited to be partnering with Star Pharmaceuticals to bring this product to patients,” Mission president of commercial operations Terry Herring said. “Uribel provides three complementary ways to treat uncomfortable urinary tract conditions – an analgesic to relieve pain and burning, an antispasmodic to reduce urinary urgency and antiseptic that inhibits the growth of bacteria.”