Detrusitol Sr
Detrusitol SR capsules help manage an overactive bladder, reducing urgent and frequent urination.
Form
depotkapseli, kova
Strength
4 mg
Active Ingredient
Tolterodine tartrate
Manufacturer
Upjohn EESV
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose is one 4 mg capsule once a day, but your doctor may reduce it to a 2 mg capsule if you have kidney or liver problems or experience side effects.
Method
Swallow the capsule whole with water, do not chew it.
Important
The maximum daily dose is usually one 4 mg capsule.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dry mouth
- •Headache
- •Dizziness
- •Drowsiness
- •Dry eyes
- •Blurred vision
- •Constipation
- •Abdominal pain
- •Indigestion
- •Flatulence
- •Pain or difficulty urinating
- •Fatigue
- •Swelling due to fluid retention (e.g., in ankles)
- •Diarrhea
- •Sinusitis
RARE
- •Allergic reactions
- •Nervousness
- •Tingling in fingers and toes
- •Vertigo
- •Palpitations
- •Irregular heartbeat
- •Heart failure
- •Inability to empty bladder
- •Chest pain
- •Memory impairment
Important Warnings
- Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe allergic reactions, such as swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, difficulty swallowing, or trouble breathing.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience chest pain, breathing difficulties, unusual tiredness (even at rest), or swollen legs, as these could be signs of heart problems.
- Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have trouble urinating, kidney or liver disease, severe bowel problems, or if you have a heart condition or low potassium, calcium, or magnesium levels in your blood.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category D
Avoid use in older adults. Anticholinergic. Reduce the dose in moderately severe renal impairment. Significant adverse effects include tachycardia, confusion and cognitive impairment. Increases risk of falls. Reduces the effectiveness of drugs for Alzheimer’s disease. (updated 25.11.2024)