Tolterodine Tablets
These tablets are indicated for urinary urgency and formulated to mitigate bladder contractions to relieve urinary frequency symptoms.
Strengths: 1 · 2mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Detrusitol
- Therapeutic class
Antimuscarinic
- Pharmacological class
Muscarinic receptor antagonist
- Minor side effects
dry mouth; dyspepsia; headache; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
constipation; abdominal pain; blurred vision; dizziness
- Dosage forms
Tablet; Prolonged-release capsule, hard
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
other antimuscarinics; CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Age restrictions
Generally not indicated for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
urinary retention; uncontrolled angle-closure glaucoma; myasthenia gravis; severe ulcerative colitis
Precautions and warnings
use with caution in autonomic neuropathy; use with caution in renal impairment; may cause drowsiness
Serious side effects
urinary retention — requires immediate medical attention; angioedema — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
These tablets are indicated for urinary urgency and formulated to mitigate bladder contractions to relieve urinary frequency symptoms.
Mechanism of action
Tolterodine acts as a competitive antagonist at muscarinic receptors, relaxing detrusor smooth muscle to increase bladder capacity and reduce involuntary contractions.
Tolterodine Tablets
These tablets are indicated for urinary urgency and formulated to mitigate bladder contractions to relieve urinary frequency symptoms.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Tolterodine
- Listed indication(s): Urinary Frequency, Urinary Urgency, Urinary Incontinence
Usually available as
- 60 tablets - 1 mg1329-1-mg-15939
- 60 tablets - 2 mg1329-2-mg-15934