Oxytrol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)
Oxytrol has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 79 reviews on Drugs.com. 61% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 14% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Oxytrol
- Ida...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- February 18, 2018
For Urinary Frequency "So I have multiple sclerosis/frequent and urgent bladder issues. I used these patches for several years with very good results. Worked best for 3 days, wearing for 4 days not as good on last day. Adhesive stays on after removing patch and built up over a period of time, causing skin irritation and redness. Worked best on abdomen, not as well on buttocks. Did not stick well or stay on hip. I think the reason it didn't stay as well on hip and bottom was because of heat in those areas. Overall, very satisfied with the product."
- Jan...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 4, 2018
For Urinary Frequency "48 hours after I began the Oxytrol patch, I have a large bright red mark on my abdomen. It looks like blisters or a burn. I removed the patch. I also am now experiencing abdominal spasms, an intense fluttering in my lower abdomen. I did not see this anywhere listed as a side effect. I'm very disappointed, I had high hopes for this product."
- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 28, 2023
For Urinary Frequency "Started having an overactive bladder after having a UTI treated with the wrong antibiotic. I was given two different samples of meds by a urologist and had negative reactions to both. I took a gamble with Oxytrol and, OMG, it started working within a few hours. I left the first patch on for 4 days and only used 1/2 and changed it today using the leftover other half. I am so impressed. What a relief not to have that constant feeling. I am thrilled."
- Jul...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 25, 2023
For Urinary Frequency "I am very happy with Oxytrol. Was on Oxybutynin for years, and it just stopped working. Major issue for me was the fear if I didn't take a 'pill,' I would have to spend the day in the bathroom. Eventually, I gave it a try, and I am very happy I did. No side effects at all. Frequency and urgency are much better. Been on it for 3 weeks now and hoping it will also start to improve the bladder pain I live with every day. I also have interstitial cystitis and Mast Cell Activation Disorder, so it's a bit of a battle, but this medication patch definitely helps. I change the patch every 3 days."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Kar...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 30, 2022
For Urinary Frequency "Absolute life changer. After taking sleeping medications for 3 weeks solid, I had a new, unexpected urinary urgency impacting my ability to go out at all. 12-15 times a day and a horrible depression associated. After urologist consultation and within 1 hour of application of the patch, immediate relief from all symptoms. No side effects or problems with the adhesive patch. Was able to stretch out to 5 days and off after 5 months."
- Yvo...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- November 14, 2019
For Urinary Frequency "I have been using the patches for about eight months. I still feel like my bladder is full even after going to the toilet. I wake through the night about twice a night, but the funny thing is I can get through six hours of voluntary work before needing to go to the bathroom as soon as I get home, which at times I am ready to burst. I feel the patch is working fifty percent of the time for me. I am having trouble trying to get four days out of a patch, as they get very brittle and bubble up. I try not to let them get wet in the shower, but clothing lifts it too. I guess they need to work on the kind of plaster to use that stays put on the skin. Also, I do get black marks from the adhesive and lint from cloth, but I use eucalyptus oil and tissue to remove it, and then shower, wipe the area dry, and reapply the bandage. I give the product a fifty percent out of a hundred percent but wish the constant urge and fullness would ease. Also, dry mouth and sinus problems seem to be more frequent, but I guess it's better than nothing."
- Tri...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 14, 2018
For Urinary Frequency "I am very upset and disappointed in this product. It says the patch lasts for 4 days (well, it might if it stayed on). No matter where I put it, as soon as I took a shower, it became hard plastic and fell off. So every day I had to put a new patch on, so instead of 4 patches lasting me 16 days, I only got 4 patches for 4 days. I don't know about any other women there, but I take a shower every day, I am not going 4 days without a shower! Not happy at all! :("
- Wrp...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- June 29, 2020
For Urinary Incontinence "76 yo male with decades of urge incontinence has used diapers and Oxytrol now for 6 months. I now have regained a great deal more confidence to go out. I use acetone to clean when I take off the patch every 3 or 4 days, then have my daily shower."
- Fre...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 21, 2021
For Urinary Frequency "Has made very little difference during the day. I can only hold about 100 ml before the urgency starts, giving me about 30 seconds before I lose control. It has been better overnight, lasting up to 5 hours."
- Ken...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 11, 2021
For Urinary Frequency "In less than 48 hours, I developed extreme itching, redness, and blistering under the patch. I removed the patch, and there were large water blisters underneath. So, obviously, I discontinued using the patches. Out of $32.00."
- Sab...
- August 5, 2016
For Urinary Frequency "It helps, but unfortunately, all Walmarts in Reno, NV, are constantly out of stock. I went to a pharmacy thinking surely they must stock the product, but I had no luck. The pharmacist had no idea what this product was. I felt like the pharmacist thought I was asking for OxyContin. I wish they would change the name and stock the store better with this product. What a shame, now I will have to depend on a physician for a prescription. This product only helps for the first two days, not for four days as advertised."
- Ove...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 7, 2013
For Urinary Frequency "I was worried the patch would be intrusive, but once I put it on, the only thing I noticed was my reduced need to go to the bathroom. I didn't experience any other side effects."
- DST...
- March 4, 2008
For Urinary Frequency "Oxytrol seems to be the best medication for me. I have only tried one other for the overactive bladder. However, this was the best medication due to the side effects, which were basically unnoticed."
- oct...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 28, 2013
For Urinary Incontinence "Never took medication for this problem. Relied on Depends. So far no side effects. - I am on my 6th patch. Just hope they continue to work."
- Ste...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 19, 2016
For Urinary Frequency "Medication helped with frequent urination. I was able to sleep all night finally. Gave me severe dry mouth and sinus issues. Had to stop taking."
- Lin...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 19, 2018
For Urinary Frequency "Reduced number of bathroom trips."
- Rae...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 7, 2021
For Urinary Frequency "I just started 3 days ago, and I'm in LOVE! I used to wake up every 2 hours to pee, now once a night! Such a life changer!"
- App...
- September 22, 2015
For Urinary Frequency "I am on my first patch, and though the patch stays on, it is irritating on the skin. It really does work."
- Che...
- April 8, 2017
For Urinary Frequency "I'm 22 and thought this would help with my OAB. Instead, it made me insanely nauseous, and I couldn't stop throwing up. Really disappointed. I'm sure it works differently for everyone."
- mar...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 28, 2015
For Urinary Frequency "The patch worked, but the extreme dry mouth side effect was unbearable! In fact, 8 months after not using the patch anymore, I still struggle with dry mouth! When does it go away?"
- bed...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 24, 2013
For Urinary Frequency "Great at first. Now I've had stomach pain for the last 3 days. I'm on my 3rd patch. Not sure if I should stop or not."
- Anonymous
- January 21, 2010
For Urinary Frequency "Works well but had site reaction with each patch. Itching, swelling, and redness. Tried using Benadryl spray first, let dry, then applied patch. Patch then would not stick properly."
- Anonymous
- May 28, 2009
For Urinary Incontinence "It didn't work for me. I was disappointed since I like the idea of a patch."
- jma...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 21, 2013
For Urinary Incontinence "Just started, and it feels good so far. Will see tomorrow."
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For Urinary Incontinence "I truly believe it works at stopping leakage. I thought I had found a miracle cure, but I seem to be allergic and can't take the burning, redness, and rash. I have gone through a couple of boxes because it works so well, but six days after only a 24-hour use, I still have a terrible itchy red rash. I will still consider using it for special occasions. And I must agree, it is expensive."