Fesoterodine Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 3, 2022.
Summary
Commonly reported side effects of fesoterodine include: xerostomia. Other side effects include: constipation. Continue reading for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
Applies to fesoterodine: oral tablet extended release.
Serious side effects of Fesoterodine
Along with its needed effects, fesoterodine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking fesoterodine:
More common
- Difficulty having a bowel movement
- dry mouth
Less common
- Bladder pain
- bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
- bloody or cloudy urine
- body aches or pain
- burning feeling while urinating
- chills
- cough
- decrease in frequency of urination
- decrease in urine volume
- difficult or painful urination
- difficulty in breathing
- difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
- dry eyes
- ear congestion
- fever
- frequent urge to urinate
- headache
- loss of voice
- lower back or side pain
- rapid weight gain
- runny or stuffy nose
- sneezing
- sore throat
- tingling of the hands or feet
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- unusual weight gain or loss
Incidence not known
- Blurred vision
- fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
Other side effects of Fesoterodine
Some side effects of fesoterodine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common
- Back pain
- belching
- dry throat
- heartburn
- indigestion
- nausea
- rash
- stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
- trouble sleeping
Incidence not known
- Dizziness
- itching skin
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to fesoterodine: oral tablet extended release.
Gastrointestinal
Very common (10% or more): Dry mouth
Common (1% to 10%): Abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, constipation, nausea, upper abdominal pain
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Abdominal discomfort, flatulence, gastroesophageal reflux[Ref]
Immunologic
Common (1% to 10%): Infections[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Dry eye
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Blurred vision[Ref]
Genitourinary
Common (1% to 10%): Dysuria
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Urinary tract infection, urinary retention (e.g., feeling of residual urine, micturition disorder), urinary hesitation[Ref]
Respiratory
Common (1% to 10%): Dry throat
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Pharyngolaryngeal pain, cough, nasal dryness[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Common (1% to 10%): Back pain[Ref]
Nervous system
Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, headache
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dysgeusia, somnolence[Ref]
Hepatic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) increased, gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT) increased[Ref]
Dermatologic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rash, dry skin, pruritus
Rare (less than 0.1%): Angioedema, urticaria[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Tachycardia, palpitations
Postmarketing reports: Palpitations[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Postmarketing reports: Hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., angioedema with airway obstruction, face edema)[Ref]
Psychiatric
Common (1% to 10%): Insomnia
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Peripheral edema[Ref]
Other
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Vertigo, fatigue[Ref]
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References
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2. "Product Information. Toviaz (fesoterodine)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals Group (2008):
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.