Warning: next info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, expertise of your pharmacist. it shouldn't be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective since you. Consult some your physician before using this drug.

Tolterodine - oral

(toll-terr-oh-deen)

common brand names: Detrol

Simular Drugs : Detrol, Detrol LA

Detrol LA Usage: this medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.

How to use Detrol LA: Take this product by mouth exactly as directed by you pharmacist. your dosage depends on you're condition & response to therapy. it med may be taken with or without food. the sustained release form must be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them.

Detrol LA side effects: Dry mouth, dry eyes, headache, constipation, nausea, dizziness or drowsiness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your physician promptly. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. Report promptly: symptoms of urinary infection (e.g., urinary burning, urgent and frequent urination). Unlikely but report promptly: vision problems, eye pain, difficulty with urination, severe stomach pain, chest pain, fast heartbeat, hot/dry skin, mental or mood changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or pharmacist.

Detrol LA Precautions: Tell youre doctor your medical history, including: any allergies, difficulty with urination (urinary retention or prostate enlargement in males), stomach/intestinal disorders (e.g., gastric retention), glaucoma (narrow angle), liver problems, kidney problems. Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate certain side effects of this drug. Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring mental alertness (e.g., driving). this medication may reduce sweating which can lead to heat stroke in hot weather. Consult you're doctor or pharmacist. Caution is advised in elderly, who may be more sensitive to side effects should they occur. this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with youre pharmacist. it is not known whether this tablet is excreted at to breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using it drug isn't recommended. Consult youre pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Detrol LA drug interactions: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of: macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin, clarithromycin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), anti-Parkinson's drugs (e.g., benztropine, trihexyphenidyl, other antimuscarinic drugs (e.g., scopolamine, dicyclomine), oxybutynin, cyclosporine, vinblastine. Also report other drugs which may cause drowsiness, such as: anti-anxiety or anti-seizure drugs, sedatives, tranquilizers, narcotic pain relievers, psychiatric medicines (e.g., chlorpromazine or amitriptyline), muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine). cash the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold. products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your physician of safe use of those products. don't start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or physician approval.

Detrol LA Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include difficulty urinating, difficult breathing, dilated pupils, quick heartbeat, excitation, hallucinations, and seizures.

Detrol LA special notes: do not share it med with others.

If you missed Detrol LA dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as you remember. If It's near the time of next dose, skip the missed dose and resume youre usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Detrol LA Storage: Store at room temperature between 66 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light & moisture.

Active Ingredients : Tolterodine