Oxybutynin

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Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions such as urinary urgency, frequency, incontinence, leakage, as well as painful or difficult urination. It belongs to the family of medications called anticholinergics. By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, Oxybutynin helps reduce bladder spasms. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

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What does Oxybutynin treat?

Oxybutynin is a medication used to treat bladder and urinary conditions such as frequent or urgent urination, incontinence (urine leakage), painful urination and increased night-time urination. This belongs to the class of anticholinergics. This works by relaxing the bladder muscles and reduces spasms.

What are the side effects of Oxybutynin?

Oxybutynin might have some side effects but it’s not possible to anticipate them. It does not have any major side effects and the minor ones that may occur are temporary. In rare cases, there might be major side effects and immediate medical attention must be sought.

Some of the side effects could be headache, nausea constipation, dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, impotence and blurred vision.

In case, there is a change in intensity of side effects or if any new side effects develop, make sure you consult your doctor.

Dosage Instructions

Follow the Oxybutynin dosage prescribed by your physician. The dosage could vary based on individual patient requirements. Always follow your physician’s instructions or go by the directions on the prescription drug label. Make sure you have it with a whole glass of water.

Missed a dose?

Take it immediately once you remember. In case, this time falls close to the next dosage, skip it and get back to the prescribed schedule. Never take a double dose unless your physician specifically directs you to do so.

Overdosed?

Don’t waste any time and seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Interactions

Drug interactions must be considered before starting to take any kind of drug. Drug interactions might happen either when Oxybutynin is taken along with another drug or with particular foods. To prevent any kind of negative interaction, make sure you inform your doctor of any drugs you are taking including non-prescription medication, OTCs, health supplements like vitamins, minerals, herbal medicine and so on which may increase the effect of Oxybutynin.

It may interact with:

  • Digoxin
  • Erythromycin
  • Itraconazole
  • Ketoconazole

It may also interact with narcotic medications and sedative medications. This is not an exhaustive list though.

Appraise your doctor of any medical conditions that you are suffering from and your family history of medical ailments. It’s important that you do not stop or start taking any medicine without the consent of your physician.

What to ask your doctor before you start on Oxybutynin

  • Can I take Oxybutynin along with other drugs? 
  • Are there certain foods, beverages and products to be avoided while on Oxybutynin? 
  • What is the dosage of Oxybutynin to be consumed? 
  • How should I use Oxybutynin? 
  • How will Oxybutynin work on my body? 
  • How can the drug interactions and side effects of Oxybutynin be minimized or completely avoided?

Where can I buy Oxybutynin over the counter?

Oxybutynin over the counter is also used for the treatment of bedwetting in children (nocturnal enuresis). This medicine works by relaxing the muscles around your bladder. Oxybutynin without prescription is not available as it is only available on prescription.

Can I buy Oxybutynin without a prescription?

Oxybutynin without prescription medicine is not available as it is only available on prescription. It might all come as standard tablets for immediate release, or slow-release tablets (which is also called prolonged release), a liquid to swallow, or as patches.

Disclaimer

The health and medical information that we have provided are meant to supplement and not substitute the advice of your physician, pharmacists or other health care professionals. This does not suggest that usage of Oxybutynin is safe appropriate or effective for you. Always ensure that you take this or any other drug only after consulting your physician.