Interstitial cystitis is notoriously difficult to treat and it will be at least 2-3 months before any improvement is noted.
This is a long term treatment , perhaps one year or more depending upon response.
Thanks, Sqad, we understand this medication is just to help limit her number of trips to the loo but won't help with the pain.
She is currently alternating ibuprofen and paracetamol - she can't take aspirin - but is still in much discomfort especially during the evening.
She has a constant dull ache with irregular cramping spasms. Her sleep is badly affected both by the trips to the loo and the pain. Can you recommend anything to help with the pain?