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pentosan polysulfate  listen  (PEN-tuh-SAN PAH-lee-SUL-fayt)

  A drug used to relieve pain or discomfort associated with chronic inflammation of the bladder. It is also being evaluated for its protective effects on the gastrointestinal tract in people undergoing radiation therapy.