Pentosan polysulfate sodium - Glycosaminoglycan layer therapy (GAG therapy)

The Area Prescribing Committee recommends Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium as a treatment option for bladder pain syndrome in line with NICE guidance (NICE TA 610)

Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium for this indication will be considered RED on the traffic light system. Pentosan is recommended by NICE for use in secondary care only

Primary care prescribers should ensure that patient medication records include any medicine for which prescribing remains the responsibility of secondary or tertiary care. This will ensure that GP records, which are accessed by other healthcare providers, are a true and accurate reflection of the patient's medication