Tolterodine tablets, what is tolterodine used for, tolterodine 2 mg, tolterodine 4 mg

Описание: What is Tolterodine and what is it used for?

The active ingredient in Tolterodine is tolterodine. Tolterodine belongs to a group of medications called antimuscarinics.

Tolterodine is used to treat the symptoms of overactive bladder syndrome. If you have overactive bladder syndrome, you may notice that:

You are unable to control your urination voluntarily.

You feel a sudden, urgent need to urinate without warning and/or that the number of times you urinate during the day increases.

How to take Tolterodine?

Dosage:

Follow the instructions for taking this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has given you. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

The prolonged-release hard capsules are taken orally and should be swallowed whole.

Do not chew the capsules.

Adults:

The recommended dose is one 4 mg prolonged-release hard capsule daily.

Patients with liver or kidney problems:

In patients with liver or kidney problems, the doctor may reduce the dose to 2 mg of tolterodine per day.

Use in children and adolescents.

Tolterodine is not recommended for children.

If you take more Tolterodine than you should.

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately, indicating the medication and the amount taken. It is recommended that you bring the package and the package leaflet to your healthcare professional.

If you forget to take Tolterodine.

If you forget to take your dose at the usual time, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and continue with your usual schedule.

Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

If you stop taking Tolterodine.

Your doctor will tell you how long you should continue taking tolterodine. Do not stop treatment early if you don't see an immediate effect. Your bladder needs time to adjust to it.
Finish treatment with the extended-release capsules prescribed by your doctor.
If you don't see any effect, consult your doctor.

The benefit of treatment should be reassessed after 2-3 months of use. Always consult your doctor if you are considering discontinuing treatment.

If you have any further questions about the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Possible side effects of Tolterodine.

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

You should consult your doctor immediately or go to the emergency room if you experience symptoms of angioedema such as:

swelling of the face, tongue, or pharynx.

difficulty swallowing.

hives and difficulty breathing.

In addition, you should seek medical attention if you experience a hypersensitivity reaction (for example, itching, rash, hives, and difficulty breathing).

Tell your doctor immediately or go to the emergency room if you experience:

chest pain, shortness of breath or tiredness (even at rest), shortness of breath at night, leg swelling.

The following side effects have been observed during treatment with tolterodine, with the following frequencies:

Very common side effects:

Dry mouth.

Common side effects:

Sinusitis.

Dizziness, drowsiness, headache.

Dry eyes, blurred vision.

Difficulty digesting (dyspepsia), constipation.

Abdominal pain, excessive amounts of air or gas in the stomach or intestines.

Painful or difficult urination.

Tiredness.

Swelling due to fluid accumulation (e.g., in the ankles).

Diarrhea.

Rare side effects:

Allergic reactions.

Nervousness.

Palpitations, heart failure, irregular heartbeat.

Inability to empty the bladder.

Tingling in the fingers and toes.

Vertigo.

Chest pain.

Memory disturbance.

Additional reported reactions include severe allergic reactions, confusion, hallucinations, increased heart rate, flushed skin, heartburn, vomiting, angioedema, dry skin, and disorientation. Worsening of dementia symptoms has been reported in patients receiving dementia treatment.

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this video.