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- $Subject{Ditropan Marion Antispasmodic oxybutynin urinary incontinence control
- bladder frequency}
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- Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
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- oxybutynin
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- BRAND NAME (Manufacturer)
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- Ditropan (Marion)
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- TYPE OF DRUG
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- Antispasmodic
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- INGREDIENT
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- oxybutynin
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- DOSAGE FORMS
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- Tablets (5 mg)
- Oral syrup (5 mg per 5-ml spoonful)
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- STORAGE
-
- Oxybutynin tablets and syrup should be stored at room temperature in
- tightly closed containers.
-
- USES
-
- Oxybutynin is used to relieve the symptoms associated with urinary
- incontinence (inability to control the bladder) or urinary frequency.
-
- TREATMENT
-
- Oxybutynin can be taken either on an empty stomach with water only or, to
- reduce stomach irritation, with food or milk (as directed by your doctor).
- Each dose of the oral syrup should be measured carefully with a specially
- designed 5-ml measuring spoon. An ordinary kitchen teaspoon is not accurate
- enough.
- If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as
- possible, unless it is almost time for the next dose. In that case, do not
- take the missed dose at all; return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not
- double the dose.
-
- SIDE EFFECTS
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- Minor.
-
- Bloating, blurred vision, constipation, decreased sweating, dizziness,
- drowsiness, dry mouth, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, or weakness. These side
- effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
- This medication can also cause increased sensitivity of your eyes to
- sunlight. Sunglasses may help relieve the discomfort caused by bright lights.
- To relieve constipation, increase the amount of fiber in your diet (fresh
- fruits and vegetables, salads, bran, and whole-grain breads) and exercise
- (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
- If you feel dizzy, sit or lie down for a while; get up slowly from a
- sitting or reclining position, and be careful on stairs.
- To help relieve mouth dryness, chew sugarless gum or suck on ice chips or
- a piece of hard candy.
-
- Major.
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- Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
- particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
- decreased sexual ability, difficult or painful urination, eye pain, itching,
- palpitations, or skin rash.
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- INTERACTIONS
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- Oxybutynin should not interact with other medications if it is used
- according to directions.
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- WARNINGS
-
- * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to
- any medications, especially to oxybutynin.
- * Before starting to take this medication, be sure to tell your doctor if
- you now have or if you have ever had bleeding disorders, glaucoma, heart
- disease, hiatal hernia, high blood pressure, intestinal blockage, kidney
- disease, liver disease, myasthenia gravis, enlarged prostate gland, thyroid
- disease, toxemia of pregnancy, ulcerative colitis, or urinary retention.
- * If this drug makes you dizzy or blurs your vision, avoid taking part in
- any activity that requires alertness, such as driving a car or operating
- potentially dangerous machinery.
- * This medication can decrease sweating and heat release from the body.
- You should, therefore, try not to become overheated (avoid strenuous exercise
- in hot weather, and do not take hot baths, showers, and saunas).
- * Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Although oxybutynin
- appears to be safe during pregnancy, extensive studies in humans have not been
- conducted. Also, tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. This drug may
- decrease milk production. It is not known whether oxybutynin passes into
- breast milk.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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