Tolterodine (By Mouth)

Tolterodine (tohl-TER-oh-deen)

Treats symptoms of overactive bladder (incontinence).

Brand Name(s):

Detrol LA, Detrol
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you had an allergic reaction to tolterodine, or if you have problems passing urine, if you have uncontrolled glaucoma, or if you have problems with food emptying from your stomach (gastric retention).

How to Use This Medicine:

Long Acting Capsule, Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
• You may take this medicine with or without food. Drink a full glass of water or other liquid when taking your medicine.
• The Detrol®LA capsule should be swallowed whole. Do not break, open, crush, or chew it.
• Never share your medicine with anyone.

If a dose is missed:

• If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
• Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
• Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using cyclosporine (Neoral®, Sandimmune®), vinblastine (Velban®), or any antibiotics or antifungal medicines, such as erythromycin (Erythro-Tab®), clarithromycin (Biaxin®), ketoconazole (Nizoral®), itraconazole (Sporanox®), or miconazole (Monistat®).

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have glaucoma, liver disease, kidney disease, an enlarged prostate, or problems urinating.
• This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
• This medicine may make you sweat less and cause your body to get too hot. Be careful in hot weather, when you are exercising, or if you are using a sauna or hot tub.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
• Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
• Fast heartbeat
• Rapid weight gain
• Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Blurred vision
• Constipation, upset stomach
• Dry mouth, dry eyes
• Headache

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.