This medication is used to treat certain bladder
problems (overactive bladder, neurogenic detrusor overactivity). Overactive
bladder is a problem with how your bladder stores urine. Neurogenic
detrusor overactivity is a bladder control condition caused by brain,
spinal cord, or nerve problems. Symptoms of these conditions may include
frequent urination, strong sudden urges to urinate that are hard to
control, or involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). By relaxing the
muscles in the bladder, fesoterodine improves your ability to control your
urination. It helps to reduce leaking of urine, feelings of needing to
urinate right away, and frequent trips to the bathroom. This medication
belongs to the class of drugs known as antispasmodics.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from
your pharmacist before you start using fesoterodine and each time you get a
refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or
pharmacist.
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as
directed by your doctor, usually once a day. Take each dose with a full
glass of liquid. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush or chew the
tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk
of side effects.
The dosage is based on your medical condition, other
medications you are taking, and response to treatment. Children's dosage
may also be based on weight. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
about all the products you use (including prescription drugs,
nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most
benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time each
day.
Do not increase your dose or take this medication more
often without your doctor's approval. Your condition will not improve any
faster and the risk of serious side effects may be
increased.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better
or if it gets worse.
Dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, dizziness,
drowsiness, or blurred vision may occur. If any of these effects last or
get worse, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or
ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use a saliva
substitute.
To prevent constipation, eat dietary fiber, drink enough
water, and exercise. You may also need to take a laxative. Ask your
pharmacist which type of laxative is right for you.
Remember that this medication has been prescribed
because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious
side effects.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side
effects, including:
- constipation lasting 3 or more days
- severe stomach/abdominal pain
- trouble urinating
- signs of kidney infection (such as burning/painful urination,
lower back pain, fever)
Get medical help right away if you have any very serious
side effects, including:
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before taking fesoterodine, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to tolterodine; or if you have any
other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can
cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for
more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- problems emptying your bladder (urinary retention, bladder
outflow obstruction)
- stomach/intestinal problems (such as blockage, constipation,
ulcerative colitis, slowed movement of stomach/intestines)
- a certain eye condition (narrow-angle glaucoma)
- kidney disease
- liver disease
- a certain muscle disease (myasthenia gravis)
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or blur your
vision. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy.
Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear
vision until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your
doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
This medication can cause decreased sweating. Avoid
becoming overheated in hot weather, saunas, or during exercise or other
strenuous activities since heatstroke may occur.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects
of this drug, especially dizziness, dry mouth, and
constipation.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only
when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor.
It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug
include:
- pramlintide
- potassium tablets/capsules
Other medications can affect the removal of fesoterodine
from your body, which may affect how fesoterodine works. Examples include
certain azole antifungals (such as itraconazole, ketoconazole),
mifepristone, among others.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other
products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such
as codeine, hydrocodone), alcohol, marijuana (cannabis), drugs for sleep or
anxiety (such as alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (such
as carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), or antihistamines (such as cetirizine,
diphenhydramine).
Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergy
or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that can
cause drowsiness, constipation or blurred vision. Ask your pharmacist about
the safe use of those products.
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such
as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison
control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada
residents can call 1-844-764-7669. Symptoms of overdose may include severe
drowsiness or unconsciousness, unusual excitement, mental/mood
changes.
Do not share this medication with others.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If
it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next
dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch
up.
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture.
Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and
pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.