Detrol for bladder problems

December 4, 2008 by admin  
Filed under Prescription Drugs

Detrol is prescribed for the treatment of bladder conditions that cause the feeling of having to urinate immediately, urinate too often, or the inability to control urination.

There are some people that should not take Detrol? You should not take Detrol if you have any of the following conditions:

  • Difficulty urinating due to a bladder blockage
  • Gastric retention (Problems emptying the contents of the stomach)
  • Uncontrolled glaucoma

General Precautions to take when on Detrol:

  • Detrol interacts with some other medicines, which include certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines. Make sure that you inform your doctor if you are taking or have taken either of these types of medicines. Your doctor may want to lower your dosage of Detrol.
  • Detrol may cause blurred vision

What side effects can you expect when taking Detrol? (This is only a partial list of side effects reported with Detrol. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a complete list of possible side effects and drug interactions..)

  • Dry mouth
  • Upset stomach
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Dry eyes
  • Sleepiness

For more detailed information about Detrol, ask your doctor.

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