Solifenacin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• gra...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 2, 2017

Solifenacin for Urinary Incontinence "I have used VESIcare for over nine years. Only recently did it become ineffective. Also, I have glaucoma, and my eye doctor said I was just fine to use it. I had no side effects, maybe a tiny bit of vision blurriness, but nothing significant, and my eyes adjusted; I also attributed it to the glaucoma and cataracts, which have since been removed. Within the last few months (after nine years), I have had several accidents, which I attribute to stressful situations. My doctor has decided I need to try another drug (I am SO anti-drugs!) that he feels will be more effective. He gave me a week's samples. I will try tomorrow. Yes, VESIcare used to be $45 a month; now, it's $135. The new drug -$140. I am blessed to afford it. So worth it."

• Ooo...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 24, 2021

Solifenacin for Overactive Bladder "I tried it first when I was a teenager, it made my mouth dry as cotton to the point I almost lost my voice. Because of this, I would drink more water and use the bathroom even more frequently than without it. Last year, it was recommended to me to try again. It worked a tiny bit at first but started to taper off. Again, it caused a lot of dry mouth, sometimes I was scared I would swallow my tongue, lol. After not finding success, I tried another med, it also didn’t work very well. But due to finances, I was told to go back onto VESIcare again until I could try other options. This time, it made my frequency even worse than before. It also made my bladder feel extremely full very frequently, despite mostly emptying my bladder, which was extremely bothersome and uncomfortable. I’m so very frustrated with not having any success with these medications."

• ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 22, 2024

For Overactive Bladder "I started solifenacin for overactive bladder. I previously tried other Rx, but they made my mouth so dry it was unbearable, even if I drank more water. This is much better. I'm having joint pain, but don't know if it's just age (53) or if it's the medication. I didn't have joint pain before, and now I deal with it daily in my shoulder, knee, hip, so I can't help but think it's related. I've tried taking it every other day. I still found relief from my bladder, so then I tried taking it every two days, and the next day I had less joint pain (my shoulder didn't hurt at all). Joint pain isn't listed as a side effect, though. I would have to stop taking this entirely to see if the joint pain goes away, and I just don't want to go back to having to pee all the time. I'm torn."

• Hug...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 21, 2025

For Overactive Bladder "I went on this drug 10 days ago. Yes, an improvement in frequency of peeing and urge to pee and wet pants. One issue of concern at night is initially feeling unsteady on my feet, so I have to not jump quickly out of bed. My night peeing frequency is about the same. No other comments have spoken about the unsteadiness I experience jumping immediately out of bed. My progress in 10 days is well worth it."

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 11, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I've tried Solifenacin Succinate 5 mg twice to take the generic over the expensive Vesicare, and it just does not work like Vesicare. I was willing to absorb the cost of the more expensive Vesicare myself, but then my pharmacy advised me the cost of Vesicare skyrocketed again."

• Pat...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 10, 2022

For Overactive Bladder "I have been on solifenacin for about 4 years. It has been excellent for the first 3 years. I can go out with friends and don’t have to keep going to the toilet. I did have to go a couple of times at night, but I didn’t mind as I was okay during the day. Recently, I have had a different manufacturer every time I pick up my prescription, and the tablets don’t always work as they should. This did happen a while ago, and my doctor stated to only prescribe the tablets by Morningside. If I mention it to the pharmacist, they say that there is no difference in the tablets. Has anyone else experienced this problem? I can put up with side effects but not the frequent changes to manufacturers."

• Tom...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 8, 2023

For Overactive Bladder "I have been using solifenacin for 1.5 years now. The drug was helpful for my OAB symptoms, but naturally, there were some adverse effects alongside the treatment. Unfortunately, for the last month, the effects have been decreasing, and my OAB symptoms have been rising. I have decided to try another drug this week, so as of now I am quitting solifenacin. BTW: I am from Europe."

• daw...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2023

For Urinary Frequency "I have been prescribed solifenacin as I need to urinate excessively during the night. I have become incontinent and have to wear pads. I have been prescribed solifenacin and have been taking it for two weeks. It has helped immensely. However, the side effects are horrible. Constant heartburn, lower back pain, and a huge stomach. I have been experiencing a lack of energy despite sleeping and feeling depressed. I am usually full of energy and upbeat. I feel the negative reaction is not worth the one positive. In fact, this has made me anxious, and I am hoping to get back to normal ASAP."

• Gra...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 23, 2023

For Neurogenic Bladder "I began taking solifenacin 2.5 years ago. At first, I struggled with side effects (dry mouth, constipation, anxious feeling). My doctor advised me that if I could handle it for a few weeks, those side effects should die down, and they did. I have MS, and my bladder has taken a hard hit, feeling like I always have urine in my panty liner, and feeling dirty sucks. It still happens here and there, but nothing like it used to. 6 months ago, my insurance stopped approving it. I tried other meds, and they were terrible! Finally got insurance to let me go back on this, and I’m so grateful!!!!!"

• jod...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 3, 2021

For Overactive Bladder "I've suffered frequent visits to the toilet for years, but it got so bad it was taking my life over. I constantly needed to visit the toilet. I didn't leak but was constantly uncomfortable. I took the drug solifenacin, and after several days, I couldn't believe the difference. I didn't have to worry when I went out. Fantastic! Then after approx. 2 months, my ankles were so swollen I had to stop taking them. I felt so disappointed, but now I don't know why my bladder hasn't gone back to how it used to be, even though it's 10 days since I stopped taking them. Very strange. Hope it lasts."

• Gin...
• August 21, 2015

Solifenacin for Urinary Frequency "Taking 1/2 a 5 mg tablet, which has reduced the number of times I needed to go to the toilet. I find that VESIcare causes blurry vision and memory problems. Some memory problems and dry mouth. I take Movicol am and pm (laxative) and Biotene for dry mouth and also feel somewhat tired and lack motivation. I hope in 3 months, when I trial not taking it for 2 weeks, will work as the side effects and the price of tablets make me short-tempered."

• Bar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2020

For Urinary Incontinence "I have been taking solifenacin for about 2 months. It totally helped my dripping and nighttime visits to the bathroom, but I realized my head felt funny. Not a headache, but like something was wrong, like a 'full' feeling in my head. It kind of felt like an allergy head. It is hard to put in words. I stopped taking the meds 2 days ago, and today my head is back to regular. Did anyone else experience this? I will go back on it, but not if the head issue comes back."

• Ger...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2015

Solifenacin for Urinary Frequency "I started VESIcare 3 weeks ago. It did help me a little for my overactive bladder, but my eyesight is getting very blurry. Also, my myopia is worsening. I can read a book without my reading glasses now, so my myopia has worsened by -1. I am going to stop taking it and hope for my eyesight to return to normal."

• Kel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 30, 2021

For Neurogenic Bladder "Diagnosed with cervical myelopathy and have battled severe urinary incontinence and urgency problems for years. Finally had enough and made an appointment with a urologist. After a urodynamic study, he prescribed solifenacin. It has made a huge difference in controlling the urges to the point where I hardly ever lose any urine! Minimal side effects and just really pleased with the results."

• Man...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 18, 2021

For Overactive Bladder "I have been taking this for nearly a year for OAB. I switched from oxybutynin because solifenacin is once daily and prefer to take meds as infrequently as possible. The oxybutynin also gave me concentration and memory problems with occasional diarrhea. Apart from the dry mouth, which is manageable, I haven't noticed any other side effects from solifenacin. It managed my symptoms okay, but had better control with oxybutynin. All of a sudden, after 9 months of taking solifenacin, my OAB symptoms have come back with a vengeance, not sure what happened, but possibly think that I have built a tolerance to this medication and have restarted oxybutynin."

• Pep...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 9, 2017

Solifenacin for Urinary Incontinence "Do not take if you have high blood pressure. It shot mine through the roof... 215/135. Please monitor your BP. Other than that, it did help the urinary incontinence when I stand up. I did not leak very much at all. The headaches associated with the increased blood pressure were unbearable. The dryness in my sinuses was annoying but manageable."

• Lil...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 7, 2021

Solifenacin for Urinary Incontinence "I have been using VESIcare 10 mg for more than 3 years. They helped me a lot, I live with them without worries. Before that, I tried various pills, and none of them helped me like these. I don't have any side effects. Urination problems when laughing I have had my whole life, though they help me, I hope I won't need to use them my whole life."

• Ton...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 18, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I was prescribed this drug for overactive bladder after a urolift procedure. It was completely ineffective and caused more problems than it solved. The main problem being constipation. And with being constipated and pressing on the bladder, it was making the OAB worse. Discontinued the drug, but it has a long half-life of 48 hours and took 2 days to clear the system. Found ciprofloxacin to treat an underlying infection and a stool softener much more effective. I certainly wouldn't recommend it."

• Lin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 25, 2020

For Overactive Bladder "I had been taking brand name Vesicare for two years, and then when a generic substitute came out, my insurance (Medicare and AARP United Healthcare) would only pay for generic, which I think is fair. Almost all of my drugs are generic, except Myrbetriq, another overactive bladder medication which is far superior to the generic Vesicare. Solifenacin is weak, and my overactive bladder acts up 6 hours later. I have sometimes taken another pill after dinner so I do not wake up at night to go to the bathroom 5 times. I would give it a zero out of 10."

• Zoe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 14, 2020

For Overactive Bladder "Have OAB with major urgency issues and have tried almost all the meds. Found one that works (Myrbetriq), but it's not covered by my insurance, so I had to try solifenacin 10 mg since it is. While the drug is very effective, the side effects are so massive that I had to stop after 3 days. The half-life is so long that I'm still feeling most of the side effects days after I've stopped. Raspy voice, feeling like there is a 'fog' in my throat, shortness of breath, tingling in the hands and feet, and excessively tired. Between the extreme fatigue and the sore throat, I was thinking maybe I should get a COVID test, until I realized it was this medication. What a disappointment, as this is one of the two most effective meds I've tried."

• Che...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 1, 2020

Solifenacin for Overactive Bladder "I had prostatectomy aged about 65, 17 years ago. It caused urine leak, so the doctor prescribed 10 mg Vesicare daily. I don’t remember any side effects, and it was effective, but I still had to wear a small pad. I was happy and reduced the dose to 5 mg, which was almost as good. I got it on the British health service with no cost to me. Now, I am trapped abroad by COVID-19 and ran out of 5 mg Vesicare. I ordered genuine Vesicare online, and while waiting for arrival, I found in my travel luggage some of the very old 10 mg, which I discovered would last 2 or 3 days. Now, my online Vesicare, cost about US dollars each, have arrived and are proving very ineffective. I will continue to hope for improvement, and I will hope for better when I get back to England. I have checked the packet and information leaflet, which seems genuine, although in a foreign language, possibly Persian. I have taken a double dose (2 x 5 mg) without improvement."

• non...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 16, 2021

For Overactive Bladder "I was prescribed only 5 mg of solifenacin for my urinary problem. I take it at night, as it does make me sleepy. It is short-acting, and I still have to wear a pad during the day. I also am having dry mouth (which is not a problem) and awful tremors. Will stop this drug tonight!"

• Roh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 16, 2021

For Overactive Bladder "Decided to stop taking after 4 days because of significant drowsiness/tiredness. No effect on OAB during this time, but may have had if I had carried on taking. No drowsiness/tiredness now I have stopped taking medication."

• Diz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2021

For Overactive Bladder "29 yrs old and had nasty UTIs around 5 years ago. Also had prolapses from difficult birth. But then UTIs were happening but no actual infection could be grown. Urethra would swell, spasm, and bleed randomly. Sometimes unable to pee but pushing and straining, needing to pee. Sex, baths, swimming, standing, and tight clothes all trigger these flares. I’ve tried everything, as have doctors. 6 weeks ago, my new private uro-gynae said to try solifenacin as it could hopefully act as an antispasmodic for urethra and ease the flares. After 2 weeks, I noted no difference or side effects. 4 weeks, I realized I hadn’t had a major flare-up. 6 weeks now and my urethra is doing really well. I’m still sore and uncomfortable, but the flare-ups that are horrific have eased. The issue is that the tummy pains, cramps, and constipation have set in. I’m sat with a hot water bottle, buscopan, trying to ease the cramps. I will continue and hope it eases, as these meds could really change mine and my children’s lives!"

• OAB...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 18, 2014

For Urinary Frequency "I have had an overactive bladder for my whole life. This medicine is the only one that has helped me, and I have had zero side effects from it. I have been taking this for 5 years now. No issues. Still on the 5 mg dose."