| Detrol ® or Tolterodine tartrate |
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Detrol ® Active Ingredient: Tolterodine tartrate Strength(s): 1 mg and 2 mg Dosage Form(s): Tablets Company Name: Pharmacia Availability: Prescription Only Date Approved by the FDA: March 25, 1998 What is Detrol used for? Detrol is used to treat bladder conditions that cause the feeling of having to urinate immediately, urinate too often, or the inability to control urination. Who should not take Detrol? You should not take Detrol if you have any of the following conditions: • Difficulty urinating due to a bladder blockage • Gastric retention (Problems emptying the contents of the stomach) • Uncontrolled glaucoma General Precautions with Detrol: • Detrol interacts with some other medicines, which include certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines. Tell your doctor if you are taking either of these types of medicines. Your doctor may want to lower your dosage of Detrol. • Detrol may cause blurred vision What are some possible side effects of Detrol? (This list is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Detrol. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.) • Dry mouth • Upset stomach • Headache • Constipation • Dry eyes • Sleepiness For more detailed information about Detrol, ask your health care provider or pharmacist. Source: United States Food and Drug Administration |
| This fact sheet
provides details on the conditions that Detrol is prescribed for, its
potential side-effects, and its interactions with other drugs. Be sure to
consult your physician about the proper dosage and safety precautions to
keep in mind for this medication. |
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