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Oxybutynin chloride - oral

(ox-ee-byou-tih-nin klor-ide)

common brand names: Ditropan

Simular Drugs : Ditropan, Ditropan Xl

Related Drugs : Ditropan, Ditropan, Oxybutynin Chloride

Ditropan Usage: this medication relaxes muscle spasms of bladder. it is used to relieve certain bladder & urinary conditions.

How to use Ditropan: Take this medication as directed.

Ditropan side effects: Dry mouth or eyes, headache, constipation, nausea, or drowsiness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: weakness, dizziness, vision problems, symptoms of urinary infection (e.g., urinary burning, urgent or frequent urination). Unlikely but report promptly: eye pain, difficulty with urination, severe stomach pain, chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, fever, mental/mood changes, flushing hot or dry skin. in the unlikely part you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre pharmacist or physician.

Ditropan Precautions: Tell your physician your medical history, especially: heart problems, liver or kidney disease, stomach or intestine problems, glaucoma (narrow angle), overactive thyroid, difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate in men), muscle disease (myasthenia gravis), any allergies. Because this drug can cause drowsiness or blurred vision, use caution when performing tasks requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery. Limit alcohol consumption because it may add to these effects. this pill reduces sweating, which can lead to heat stroke at hot weather or saunas. Avoid strenuous activity in hot weather. Use with caution in elderly, for they may be more sensitive to side effects of this medication. Use with extreme caution in young children, for they may be more sensitive to side effects of this pill. Tell youre healthcare professional if you pregnant before using this med. Its not known if this pill is excreted into breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Ditropan drug interactions: Tell you're healthcare professional of all prescription & nonprescription pill you use, especially: bisphosphonate drugs (e.g., alendronate, etidronate), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), anti-Parkinson's drugs (e.g., benztropine, trihexyphenidyl), other anticholinergic pills (e.g., scopolamine or tolterodine). Also report other drugs which may cause drowsiness, such as: anti-anxiety or anti-seizure drugs, sedatives or tranquilizers, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., chlorpromazine, amitriptyline), muscle relaxants, sedating antihistamines like diphenhydramine (this also includes anti- histamines found in nonprescription cough/cold products). do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Ditropan Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include restlessness, tremor, irritability, flushing, fever, nausea, vomiting, fast heartbeat, & slow breathing.

Ditropan special notes: do not allow anyone else to take this med.

If you missed Ditropan dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible but not if Its almost time for following dose. If it is time for the next dose, skip missed dose & resume you're regular schedule. don't 'double-up' dose.

Ditropan Storage: Store at room temperature & keep away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Oxybutynin Chloride