Ditropan Side Effects
Generic Name: Oxybutynin
Please note - some side effects for Ditropan may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).
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Side Effects of Ditropan - for the consumer
Ditropan
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Ditropan:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Ditropan:Blurred vision; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry eyes, nose, skin, or mouth; headache; indigestion; nausea; stomach pain; taste changes; trouble sleeping.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); confusion; difficult or painful urination; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; hallucinations; seizures; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; vision problems.
Ditropan XL Extended-Release Tablets
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Ditropan XL Extended-Release Tablets:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Ditropan XL Extended-Release Tablets:Blurred vision; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry eyes, nose, skin, or mouth; headache; indigestion; nausea; runny nose; stomach pain or upset; trouble sleeping; weakness.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); confusion; difficult or painful urination; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; hallucinations; seizures; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; vision problems.
Ditropan Syrup
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Ditropan Syrup:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Ditropan Syrup:Blurred vision; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry eyes, nose, skin, or mouth; headache; indigestion; nausea; stomach pain; taste changes; trouble sleeping.
TopSevere allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); confusion; difficult or painful urination; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; hallucinations; seizures; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; vision problems.
For the professional
Ditropan
The safety and efficacy of Ditropan® (oxybutynin chloride) was evaluated in a total of 199 patients in three clinical trials comparing Ditropan with Ditropan XL. These participants were treated with Ditropan 5–20 mg/day for up to 6 weeks. Table 3 shows the incidence of adverse events judged by investigators to be at least possibly related to treatment and reported by at least 5% of patients.
| Body System | Adverse Event | Ditropan (5–20 mg/day) (n=199) |
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| General | Abdominal pain | 6.5% |
| Headache | 6.0% | |
| Digestive | Dry mouth | 71.4% |
| Constipation | 12.6% | |
| Nausea | 10.1% | |
| Dyspepsia | 7.0% | |
| Diarrhea | 5.0% | |
| Nervous | Dizziness | 15.6% |
| Somnolence | 12.6% | |
| Special senses | Blurred vision | 9.0% |
| Urogenital | Urination impaired | 10.6% |
| Post void residuals increase | 5.0% | |
| Urinary tract infection | 5.0% |
The most common adverse events reported by patients receiving Ditropan 5–20 mg/day were the expected side effects of anticholinergic agents. The incidence of dry mouth was dose-related.
In addition, the following adverse events were reported by 2 to <5% of patients using Ditropan (5–20 mg/day) in all studies. General: asthenia, dry nasal and sinus mucous membranes; Cardiovascular: palpitation; Metabolic and Nutritional System: peripheral edema; Nervous System: insomnia, nervousness, confusion; Skin: dry skin; Special Senses: dry eyes, taste perversion.
Other adverse events that have been reported include: tachycardia, hallucinations, cycloplegia, mydriasis, impotence, suppression of lactation, vasodilatation, rash, decreased gastrointestinal motility, flatulence, urinary retention, convulsions and decreased sweating.
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Ditropan XL Extended-Release Tablets
Ditropan - Includes detailed dosage instructions.
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