Oxybutynin

Authored by

Dr Muhammad Zeeshan Afzal

20 August 2024

What is Oxybutynin?

Oxybutynin helps treat symptoms of urinary incontinence by relaxing the bladder muscles and lessening contractions and spasms. The medication helps those suffering from incontinence and allows users to control of their overactive bladders.

Oxybutynin contains the active ingredient Oxybutynin hydrochloride.

Description of Oxybutynin

What is Oxybutynin?

Oxybutynin helps treat symptoms of urinary incontinence by relaxing the bladder muscles. The medication helps those suffering from incontinence and allows users to control of their overactive bladders.

How does it work?

Oxybutynin works by reducing and relieving symptoms of urinary incontinence. The active ingredient Oxybutynin hydrochloride helps the bladder muscles relax and lessening contractions and spasms.

Is Oxybutynin suitable for me?

Oxybutynin can be used to treat overactive bladders. However it may not be suitable for you if the following applies to you:

coronary artery disease
any gastro-intestinal obstructions
any bladder outflow obstructions
severe ulcerative colitis
myasthenia gravis
glaucoma

How to take Oxybutynin?

Always take Oxybutynin exactly as prescribed by your doctor or advised by the pharmacist.

Swallow the Oxybutynin tablet whole with water.
The starting dose of immediate-release is 5mg, 2 to 3 times a day, and for modified release is once a day with gradual 5mg steps per week until reaching 20mg a day. If unsure of the correct dosage, consult with a doctor.

If unsure of how to take Oxybutynin or if you have further questions, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage of Oxybutynin

Commonly Used Dosage Guidelines for Premarin.

The starting dosage is 5mg, around 2 to 3 times a day or as recommended by a healthcare provider.

Warnings and Precautious of Oxybutynin

Viagra connect may not be safe if taken with other medication or recreational drugs. Please inform the prescriber if you are taking any of the listed medications. Make sure to read the patient information leaflet.

DO NOT take Oxybutynin if taking:

other medications used to treat urinary disorders, such as tolterodine and propiverine
Medication to treat heart conditions
Medication to treat psychotic disorders
Medication used to correct disturbances in the rhythm of the heart
Medication to treat fungal infections
Medication to treat bacterial infections
Medication to prevent blood clots
anticholinergic medication
Antihistamines
phenothiazines
domperidone
metoclopramide
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
Parkinson’s disease medication
anticholinesterases

The above-listed warnings are not exhaustive, please consult a doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you have further questions on the use of this medication or potential interactions with other medicines.

Side Effects of Oxybutynin

All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects, however, these do not always occur.

drowsiness
constipation
headache
dizziness
vomiting
dry mouth
nausea
dyspepsia
palpitations
skin reactions
tachycardia
urinary disorders
vision disorders

Oxybutynin Patient Leaflet

To read the Oxybutynin Patient Leaflet, click here.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Welzo does not endorse or sell the medication discussed, nor do we recommend using this information as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health or medical treatment. Welzo assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided in this blog.