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Oxybutynin
INFORMATION ABOUT OXYBUTYNIN
Oxybutynin Uses
Oxybutynin is used in the treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) . OAB is a collection of urinary symptoms, including frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.
How Oxybutynin works
Oxybutynin is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
20 Feb 2025 | 05:04 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Oxybutynin
- Oxybutynin 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.
- Oxybutynin 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.
Frequently asked questions for Oxybutynin
No, oxybutynin is not a controlled substance
No, oxybutynin is not a diuretic, antibiotic or a pain killer
Such comparisons between drugs cannot be drawn. Therapeutic indication and application of each of the drugs are based on clinical evidences
Oxybutynin relaxes the bladder muscle
No, oxybutynin is not a blood thinner or an opiate. But it is an anticholinergic drug
Oxybutynin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
There are no known interactions between ibuprofen and oxybutynin. However, please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Yes, constipation is a common side effect of oxybutynin treatment. It may also cause bloating
Yes, oxybutynin may make you feel sleepy
No, oxybutynin is not known to cause dementia, but it can interact with the drugs used for the treatment of dementia
Yes, blurred vision/ swelling/ water retention are common side effects of oxybutynin treatment. However, there are no known effects of oxybutynin on body weight and blood pressure.
Oxybutynin can be taken with Tamsulosin. Tamsulosin is given along when oxybutynin alone fails to control symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Oxybutynin helps in providing relief from symptoms of overactive bladder (urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency).