Detrusin LA4mg
Capsule
Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE Detrusin LA may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Detrusin LA may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the develo... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Detrusin LA is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Detrusin LA may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Detrusin LA should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Detrusin LA may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION Detrusin LA should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Detrusin LA may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Detrusin LA is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate and inability t... View More
Uses of Detrusin LA
- Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms
Side effects of Detrusin LA
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Blurred vision
- Dry skin
How to use Detrusin LA
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Detrusin LA may be taken w... View More
How Detrusin LA works
Detrusin LA is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
What if you forget to take Detrusin LA?
If you miss a dose of Detrusin LA, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to yo... View More
- Detrusin LA treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
- It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
- It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear conta... View More
Indication
Overactive bladder
Adult Dose
Oral Overactive Bladder, Urge Incontinence Immediate release: 2 mg PO q12hr. Reduce to 1 mg bid if needed to reduce side effects. Extended release... View More
Child Dose
Child < 18 years: Not recommended
Renal Dose
Renal impairment CrCl 10-30 mL/min: Not to exceed 1 mg PO q12hr (immediate release) or 2 mg PO once daily (extended release) CrCl <10 mL/min: Not reco... View More
Contraindication
Severe ulcerative colitis, toxic megacolon, urinary retention, gastric retention, myasthenia gravis, uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, pregnancy.
Mode of Action
Tolterodine is a competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist with actions similar to atropine. It is used in the management of urge urinary incontinence,... View More
Precaution
Bladder flow obstruction, GI obstructive disorders, renal or hepatic impairment, autonomic neuropathy, hiatus hernia, risk of decreased GI motility, pat... View More
Side Effect
>10% Dry mouth (40%) 1-10% Blurred vision,Constipation,Dizziness,Drowsiness,Dyspepsia,Headache,Xerophthalmia
Interaction
Increased risk of overdosage with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors e.g. macrolide antibiotics (erythromycin and clarithromycin), azole antifungals (e.g. ketocon... View More
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