Medications and Drugs
GENERIC NAME: OXYBUTYNIN ER - ORAL (ox-ee-BYOU-tih-nin KLOR-ide)
BRAND NAME(S): Ditropan XL
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used to treat an overactive bladder.
HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth with liquids, generally once daily, or as directed. Swallow the tablet whole; do not chew, crush or divide the tablet. Your dosage will be adjusted based on your response and any drug side effects.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dry mouth or eyes, headache, constipation, nausea, or drowsiness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. Report promptly: weakness, dizziness, vision problems, symptoms of urinary infection (e.g., urinary burning, urgent or frequent urination). Unlikely but report promptly: eye pain, problems urinating, severe stomach pain, chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, fever, mental/mood changes, flushing, hot or dry skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, urinary problems (such as urinary retention, prostate enlargement in males), stomach/intestinal disorders (e.g., gastric gastric retention, ulcerative colitis), heartburn (gastric reflux), glaucoma (narrow angle), overactive thyroid, muscle disease (myasthenia gravis), heart problems, liver problems, kidney disease. 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 reduces sweating which can lead to heat stroke in hot weather or saunas. Avoid strenuous activity in hot weather. Use with caution in the elderly, who may be more sensitive to side effects of this medication. Use with extreme caution in young children, who may be more sensitive to side effects of this medication. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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