Ditropan information
Ditropan is a prescription only medication for treating an overactive bladder. It is also marketed as a generic medicine called oxybutynin. It is in a class of medications called antimuscarinics(also antispasmodic drugs). They work by causing the bladder muscles to relax and by reducing the urinary tract spasms. Hence, Ditropan is prescribed for people who need to control their bladder muscles. It’s fit for adults. Kids who are six years or older and have spina bifida problems or central nervous system issues that affect how the bladder muscles work can take it too.
How To Use
Usually, Ditropan has three different forms including an extended-release tablet, a tablet and syrup. If asked to take the tablet or syrup, you will do it 2 to 4 times a day. If asked to take an extended release tablet, then you will take it once a day with or without food. An empty shell looking like the extended-release tablet may come out with your stool and this is normal.
Ditropan should be taken with a full glass of water and at the same hour every day. The syrup form should be measured accurately with a measuring device. The dose may be slow at first and then increased gradually. The first two weeks might be enough to improve your symptoms. However, the drug might offer full benefits in six to eight weeks.
Side Effects
Oxybutynin can cause the following common side effects:
- Convulsions or seizures
- Intestinal or stomach blockage. This can result to you having nausea, vomiting, or prolonged constipation.
Other side effects can happen, including frequent or painful urination, quicker or louder heartbeats, swollen eyes, lips, tongue, throat or face, swallowing or breathing difficulty, fever, hallucinations and hot flashes.
Precautions
Don’t use Ditropan if you have untreated glaucoma or intestinal or stomach blockage. Also, let your doctor know if you:
- Are aged 65 years or older
- Have a kidney disease
- Have a liver disease
- Have a heart disease
- Suffer from Dementia
- Have Glaucoma
- Have Swallowing difficulty
- Have Prostate issues
- Are having problems emptying your bladder
- Have a bleeding disorder
- Suffer from GERD, constipation or colitis
- Have a pregnancy, are planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding a child.
