Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least an hour before having a meal. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, dry nasal, cough, constipation, diarrhea, headache, and urinary tract infaction. Drink plenty of water to reduce these side effects. It may also make you feel dizzy or sleepy or experience blurry vision, so it advised not to drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Consumption of alcohol must be avoided as it can aggravate the side effects. If any of the side effects bother you or persist, consult the doctor without delay.

Do not use this medicine in patients with urinary retention, gastric retention, severe decreased gastrointestinal motility, or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma. Additionally, avoid using it in patients who are at risk for these conditions. Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Nocturin Tablet

Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms

Benefits of Nocturin Tablet

In Treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet helps to treat uncontrollable contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles that causes frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control passing of urine. It also relieves painful, or frequent urination and reduces urgency to urinate that may occur with some infections of the urinary tract. This way it helps manage the overactive bladder symptoms efficiently.

Side effects of Nocturin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nocturin

Indigestion
Urinary tract infection
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Diarrhea
Blurred vision
Dry skin
Dizziness
Headache
Sleepiness
Cough
Nasal discomfort

How to use Nocturin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Nocturin Tablet works

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel drowsy or have blurred vision while you are taking Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Nocturin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet

₹4.26/Tablet

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Quick tips

Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation may occur as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tertiary Amine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

UROLOGY

Action Class

Non selective Anticholinergic (Bladder)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Nocturin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Trihexyphenidyl (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may cause dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and confusion. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Trihexyphenidyl (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may cause dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and confusion. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Mifepristone (Oral Route) Moderate

Mifepristone may raise blood levels of Oxybutynin. watch out for symptoms of Oxybutynin side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, blurred vision, dry skin, dizziness... More

Clozapine (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of intestinal obstruction. watch out for symptoms such as dry mouth, increased heart rate, urination difficulties, constipation, loss of appet... More

Rivastigmine (Oral Route) Moderate

If taken together, Rivastigmine may oppose the action of Oxybutynin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observa... More

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User feedback

Patients taking Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet

Twice A Day

67%

Once A Day

33%

What are you using Nocturin Tablet for?

Overactive bl*

50%

Others

50%

*Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

What were the side-effects while using Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet?

Dizziness

100%

How do you take Nocturin Tablet?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

Please rate Nocturin 2.5mg Tablet on price

Expensive

100%

Related lab tests

Urine Routine & Microscopy

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References

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