Oxytrol

Oxytrol

     * Generic Name: oxybutynin transdermal
     * Brand Name: Oxytrol


     * What is oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * What are the possible side effects of oxybutynin transdermal
       (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * What is the most important information I should know about
       oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using
       oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * How should I use oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for
       Women)?
     * What happens if I miss a dose (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * What happens if I overdose (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * What should I avoid while using oxybutynin transdermal
       (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?
     * What other drugs will affect oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol,
       Oxytrol for Women)?
     * Where can I get more information (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

What is oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   Oxybutynin reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and
   urinary tract.

   Oxybutynin transdermal (skin patch) is used to treat symptoms of
   overactive bladder such as frequent or urgent urination,
   incontinence (urine leakage), and increased nighttime urination.

   Oxybutynin transdermal may also be used for purposes not listed in this
   medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol,
Oxytrol for Women)?

   Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
   hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
   throat.

   Stop using oxybutynin transdermal and call your doctor at once if you
   have:
     * little or no urinating;
     * severe constipation;
     * confusion, hallucinations;
     * vomiting, severe heartburn or upper stomach pain;
     * fast or uneven heart rate; or
     * dehydration symptoms--feeling very thirsty or hot, being unable to
       urinate, heavy sweating, or hot and dry skin.

   Common side effects may include:
     * dizziness, drowsiness;
     * redness or mild skin itching where a patch was worn;
     * dry mouth;
     * blurred vision; or
     * constipation, diarrhea, decreased urination.

   This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
   your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
   effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about oxybutynin
transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   You should not use oxybutynin transdermal if you have uncontrolled
   narrow-angle glaucoma, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, or
   if you are unable to urinate.

   Oxytrol Patient Information including How Should I Take
   Urinary Incontinence in Women: Loss of Bladder Control?

   Urinary Incontinence in Women Slideshow Pictures
   Urinary Incontinence in Men:Products, Diet, & Lifestyle

   Urinary Incontinence in Men Slideshow Pictures
   Urinary Incontinence:Foods and Drinks That Make You Gotta Go

   Food & Drinks That Make You Gotta Go Slideshow Pictures

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using oxybutynin
transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to oxybutynin, or
   if you have:
     * untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;
     * a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines); or
     * if you have decreased urination or are unable to urinate.

   To make sure oxybutynin transdermal is safe for you, tell your doctor
   if you have ever had:
     * glaucoma;
     * liver or kidney disease;
     * myasthenia gravis;
     * an enlarged prostate;
     * an intestinal disorder, such as ulcerative colitis;
     * a stomach disorder such as hiatal hernia, gastroesophageal
       reflux disease (GERD), or slow digestion; or
     * trouble emptying your bladder.

   Oxybutynin transdermal is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell
   your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

   It is not known whether oxybutynin transdermal passes into breast milk
   or if it could affect the nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are
   breast-feeding.

How should I use oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this
   medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

   Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets
   provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
   questions.

   Open the sealed pouch and remove the protective liner. Apply the patch
   to a clean, dry area on your stomach, hip or buttock. Avoid skin that
   is irritated or damaged, or skin that has been treated with oil or
   lotion. Avoid placing the patch on a skin area that will be rubbed by a
   waistband or tight clothing.

   Press the patch firmly into place with your fingers. You may leave the
   patch on while bathing, showering, or swimming.

   If a patch falls off, try sticking back into place. If it does not
   stick well, put on a new patch and leave it on only for the rest of
   your wearing time. Do not change your patch removal schedule.

   Leave the patch in place and wear it for 3 to 4 days. You should change
   the patch twice per week (such as every Sunday and Thursday). Use a
   calendar to help you keep a steady patch-changing schedule.

   Choose a different place on your skin to wear the patch each time you
   put on a new one. Do not use the same skin area twice within 7 days.

   Do not wear more than one oxybutynin transdermal patch at a time. Using
   extra skin patches will not make the medicine more effective. Never cut
   a skin patch.

   Use baby oil or mild soap and water to remove any adhesive residue that
   stays on your skin. Avoid using harsh soaps, alcohol, nail polish
   remover, or other solvents that could irritate your skin.

   After removing a patch, fold it in half so it sticks together and throw
   it away in a place where children or pets cannot get to it.

   Keep the oxybutynin transdermal patch in its sealed pouch until you are
   ready to use it. Store the pouches at room temperature away from heat
   and moisture.

   Oxytrol Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
   Urinary Incontinence in Women: Loss of Bladder Control?

   Urinary Incontinence in Women Slideshow Pictures
   Urinary Incontinence in Men:Products, Diet, & Lifestyle

   Urinary Incontinence in Men Slideshow Pictures
   Urinary Incontinence:Foods and Drinks That Make You Gotta Go

   Food & Drinks That Make You Gotta Go Slideshow Pictures

What happens if I miss a dose (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   If you forget to change a patch on your scheduled day, remove and
   replace the patch as soon as you remember. Wear the patch until your
   next regular patch-changing day. Do not change your schedule, even if
   you wear the new patch for fewer than 3 days.

   Do not apply two patches at the same time to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
   1-800-222-1222.

   Overdose symptoms may include restlessness, tingly feeling, fever,
   uneven heart rate, vomiting, and little or no urinating.

What should I avoid while using oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for
Women)?

   Oxybutynin can cause blurred vision, drowsiness, or dizziness. Be
   careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and
   able to see clearly.

   Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of oxybutynin.

   Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot
   weather. Oxybutynin can decrease sweating and you may be more prone
   to heat stroke.

   Do not expose the oxybutynin transdermal patch to sunlight. It should
   be worn under clothing.

What other drugs will affect oxybutynin transdermal (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for
Women)?

   Using this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy can worsen
   this effect. Ask your doctor before taking a sleeping pill, opioid
   pain medication, muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression,
   or seizures.

   Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or
   stop using, especially:
     * cold or allergy medicine that contains an antihistamine;
     * medicine for Parkinson's disease;
     * medicine to treat excess stomach acid, stomach ulcer,
       motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome;
     * bronchodilators--aclidinium, ipratropium, or tiotropium;
     * medicine to treat osteoporosis or Paget's disease of
       bone--alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, pamidronate,
       risedronate, tiludronate, zoledronic acid; or
     * other bladder or urinary medicines--darifenacin, fesoterodine, oral
       oxybutynin, tolterodine, solifenacin.

   This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with oxybutynin
   transdermal, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines,
   vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed
   in this medication guide.

Where can I get more information (Oxytrol, Oxytrol for Women)?

   Your pharmacist can provide more information about oxybutynin
   transdermal.
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