The
following information is a summary about Detrol LA. It
is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Detrol LA USES
Detrol LA (Tolterodine) is used for treating an overactive
bladder.
Detrol LA DIRECTIONS
Take your Detrol LA by mouth as prescribed. It is usually
taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Use Detrol LA exactly
as prescribed. ake detrol tablets by mouth. Follow the
directions on the prescription label. Swallow the Detrol
LA (Tolterodine) tablets with a drink of water. If you
are taking the extended-release capsules, swallow them
whole, do not crush, cut, or chew. Take your doses at regular
intervals. Do not take your Detrol LA (Tolterodine) more
often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your
doctor's advice.
Detrol LA SIDE EFFECTS
Detrol LA may Serious side effects are not common. Side
effects that you should report to your doctor as soon as
possible: any signs of an allergic reaction, like itching
or hives; blurred vision or difficulty focusing vision;
confusion; difficulty passing urine; severe dizziness.
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention
(report to your doctor if they continue or are bothersome):
constipation; dry eyes; dry mouth; headache; mild dizziness
or drowsiness; indigestion or stomach discomfort.
Detrol LA PRECAUTIONS
It may take 2 or 3 months to notice the maximum benefit
from Detrol LA (Tolterodine). Your health care professional
may also recommend techniques that may help improve control
of your bladder and sphincter muscles. Such techniques
will help train you to need the bathroom less frequently.
You may need to limit your intake tea, coffee, caffeinated
sodas, and alcohol; these drinks may aggravate your symptoms.
Keeping healthy bowel habits may lessen bladder symptoms.
If you currently smoke, quitting smoking may help reduce
irritation to the bladder muscle. You may get dizzy or
have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do
anything that requires mental alertness until you know
how detrol affects you. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing
sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty
of water, will help. Detrol may cause dry eyes and blurred
vision. If you wear contact lenses, you may feel some discomfort.
Lubricating drops may help. See your ophthalmologist if
the problem does not go away or is severe.
Detrol LA DRUG INTERACTIONS
Alcohol-containing beverages; atropine; bosentan; caffeine;
cisapride; clarithromycin; cyclosporine; diltiazem; erythromycin;
fluvoxamine; grapefruit juice; hyoscyamine; medicines for
fungal infections, like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole
or voriconazole; medicines for treating HIV infection or
AIDS; metoclopramide; nefazodone; norfloxacin; omeprazole;
oxybutinin; quinidine; quinine; scopolamine; tegaserod;
troleandomycin; verapamil; vinblastine; warfarin; water
pills (diuretics); zafirlukast. Tell your prescriber or
health care professional about all other medicines you
are taking, including nonprescription medicines, nutritional
supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber
or health care professional if you are a frequent user
of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if
you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine
works. Check before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
Detrol LA OVERDOSE
If Detrol LA (Tolterodine) overdose is suspected, contact
your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Detrol LA NOTES
Prescriber needs to know if you have any of these conditions:
difficulty passing urine; glaucoma; intestinal obstruction;
kidney disease; liver disease; stomach problems like pyloric
stenosis or reflux, or other problems with proper emptying
of the contents of the stomach; an unusual or allergic
reaction to tolterodine, other medicines, foods, dyes,
or preservatives; pregnant or trying to get pregnant; breast-feeding.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use Detrol LA as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
Detrol LA STORAGE
Store Detrol LA at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees
F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
