oxybutinin
Treatment options for Urinary Incontinence
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Ditropan, Ditropan XL
About oxybutynin
Oxybutynin is classed as an antimuscarinic (or anticholinergic) muscle relaxant. Oxybutynin is used to treat the symptoms of an overactive bladder, such as:
- Urinary urgency (a sudden and urgent need to pee)
- Urinary frequency (needing to pee more often than usual)
- Urinary incontinence (wetting yourself)
Oxybutynin relaxes muscles around your bladder, allowing your bladder to hold more liquid, stopping you from needing to pee as often or as urgently.
NowPatient offers oxybutynin or the brand Ditropan as treatments for urinary incontinence only, following an online consultation with a prescribing clinician.
Key facts of oxybutynin
- For the treatment of urinary incontinence
- Oxybutynin can take about 3 to 4 hours to start working, but may take up to 4 weeks to start working fully
- Oxybutynin has some common side effects which include dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision and constipation
- It can be dangerous if you take oxybutynin with certain medications. If you’re not sure if it is safe, discuss this with the prescribing clinician
Who is oxybutynin suitable for?
Oxybutynin is suitable for adults and children 5 years of age and over.
Who is oxybutynin not suitable for?
Oxybutynin may not be suitable for some people. To make sure it’s safe for you, speak to the prescribing clinician before taking oxybutynin if you:
- Have had an allergic reaction to oxybutynin in the past
- Have myasthenia gravis
- Have narrow angle glaucoma
- Have an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating
- Have ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease
- Have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Have heart problems or high blood pressure
- Have thyroid, liver or kidney disease
How and where to get oxybutynin?
You can buy oxybutynin safely and securely from NowPatient. You can start a consultation today for free and if you qualify for treatment, you only pay for the cost of the medication. Delivery is made to your home or office from our registered pharmacy.
Our service is certified, safe and effective, and we only ever treat conditions. If you book a consultation with a prescribing clinician for the treatment of urinary incontinence, you can discuss if oxybutynin is a suitable treatment option for you.
At the end of the consultation, the clinician will decide if a treatment plan is suitable for you. If it is, the clinician will issue you with a prescription which can then be ordered, paid for and delivered directly to your chosen address by NowPatient.
Dosage and strength for oxybutynin for urinary incontinence
Oxybutynin is available in various dosage forms. It is available as 2.5mg, 3mg or 5mg immediate release tablets, 5mg or 10mg extended-release tablets, 2.5 mg or 5 mg per 5 mL liquid, or as transdermal patches.
Information about how to take oxybutynin for urinary incontinence
Swallow oxybutynin tablets whole with a glass of water, with or without food. The starting dose is normally one 2.5 mg tablet, twice a day, or one 2.5 mg tablet, 3 times a day. If you are taking extended-release tablets, swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablets. The transdermal patches are applied twice a week. Apply the patch to dry, clean skin on your bottom, hip, or stomach. Speak to a healthcare professional if you need further medical advice.
What happens if you take too much oxybutynin?
If you take more than prescribed, then it can lead to some unpleasant side effects. You should talk to your doctor or reach out to one of our prescribing clinicians, if you have taken too much oxybutynin and you experience any of the following side effects.
What are the side effects of oxybutynin?
Side effects of oxybutynin are split into common and serious.
Common side effects include:
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness, headache, drowsiness
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, passing wind, belching
- Dry eyes, blurred vision
Serious side effects include:
- Faecal impaction
- Urinary retention
- Urinary tract infections (UTI)
- Swollen ankles or legs
If you experience any serious side effects, you should contact NHS 111.
If you experience a serious allergic reaction with the signs shown below you should contact emergency services on 999.
- Your lips, mouth, throat or tongue suddenly become swollen
- You’re breathing very fast or struggling to breathe (you may become very wheezy or feel like you’re choking or gasping for air)
- Your throat feels tight or you’re struggling to swallow
- Your skin, tongue or lips turn blue, grey or pale (if you have black or brown skin, this may be easier to see on the palms of your hands or soles of your feet)
- You suddenly become very confused, drowsy or dizzy
- Someone faints and cannot be woken up
Information about taking oxybutynin at the same time as other medications or herbal supplements
There is not enough evidence to suggest there are any drug interactions between herbal supplements and oxybutynin. In any event, you should let your prescribing clinician know if you are taking any herbal supplements or prescription drugs:
- Amantadine used for Parkinson’s disease
- Clozapine, haloperidol or benperidol
- Tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline
- Prochlorperazine
- Digoxin
- Fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole or voriconazole
Can oxybutynin taken for urinary incontinence be taken long term?
You should not take oxybutynin any longer than it is needed. Your doctor will check that you still require your treatment every 6 to 12 months.
Is there a herbal oxybutynin?
No. Herbal oxybutynin does not exist. If you have been marketed such a formulation, it may be fake.
Can women use oxybutynin?
Women can only take oxybutynin for the treatment of urinary incontinence. Speak to your doctor if you are pregnant, or trying to get pregnant.
Oxybutynin is not normally recommended if you are breastfeeding. However, your doctor may say it’s OK for you to continue taking oxybutynin. You should check your baby for side effects, such as colic and constipation.
Should I avoid any particular food or drink when taking oxybutynin?
You can eat and drink normally when taking oxybutynin, however you are advised to reduce your intake of alcohol and caffeine.
What lifestyle changes can I make to help me with urinary incontinence?
Modifying your lifestyle may have a positive impact on your urinary incontinence and quality of life. These may include:
- Pelvic floor muscle training to improve your bladder control
- Stay well hydrated to maintain a healthy urinary function
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods
- Urinate when you feel the urge to
- When urinating, wait once you have finished for a few moments, and then try again to make sure the bladder is emptied completely
- Alternatives to oxybutynin
Alternatives for the treatment of urinary incontinence include Betmiga, Yentreve and Emselex.
Sources
Oxybutynin – a medicine for treating symptoms of an overactive bladder – NHS
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