Controlled Release Tabs
Chemical
Name: OXYBUTYNIN (ox-i-BYOO-ti-nin) -
generic brand for ditropan
xl
Common Ditropan uses
This
medicine is an antispasmodic anticholinergic
agent used to treat overactive bladder with
symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency, and
frequency.
Before using Ditropan
Some
medicines or medical conditions may interact
with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR
PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION
may be needed if you are taking phenothiazines.
Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or
breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT
RECOMMENDED if you have a history of urinary
retention, gastric retention, or uncontrolled
narrow angle glaucoma. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns
about taking this medicine.
Ditropan Directions
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break,
crush, or chew before swallowing. This medicine
may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature between
59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C)in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat,
moisture, and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ditropan Cautions
DO NOT
DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE
THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you
react to this medicine. Using this medicine
alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may
lessen your ability to drive or to perform other
potentially dangerous tasks. THIS MEDICINE WILL
ADD TO THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL and other
depressants. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if
you have questions. DO NOT BECOME OVERHEATED in
hot weather or during exercise or other
activities since heat stroke may occur while you
are taking this medicine. YOU MAY OCCASIONALLY
NOTICE tablets in your stool. Do not be
concerned. This is the empty tablet shell that
is left after your body has absorbed the
medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW
MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or
pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE
OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using
this medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Ditropan
SIDE
EFFECTS that may occur while taking this
medicine include dry mouth, blurred vision,
drowsiness, dizziness, or constipation. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE if you experience hallucinations. If
you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use
our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Ditropan
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include restlessness,
tremor, irritability, flushing, fever, nausea,
vomiting, fast heartbeat, and slow breathing.
Additional Ditropan information
DO NOT
SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was
not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out
of the reach of children and pets. IF USING THIS
MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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