Ditropan is a drug that is approved to treat the symptoms of neurogenic bladder. This eMedTV Web page offers a complete overview of Ditropan, including information on its uses, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
Nausea, dizziness, and constipation are common side effects of Ditropan. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV page also lists serious Ditropan side effects that require medical attention, such as confusion, hallucinations, or allergic reactions.
Ditropan is used for treating bladder problems caused by nerve disorders. This page from the eMedTV archives explores Ditropan uses in more detail and explains whether the medication is used in children or off-label for other conditions.
The recommended Ditropan dosage for adults is 5 mg two to three times daily. This part of the eMedTV library also provides Ditropan dosing recommendations for children and elderly people, and offers information on when and how to take the drug.
Drugs that may interact with Ditropan include anticholinergic drugs, pramlintide, and protease inhibitors. This eMedTV segment explains what other medicines may cause Ditropan drug interactions and describes the effects of these interactions.
Before using Ditropan, tell your doctor if you have GERD, glaucoma, or allergies. This eMedTV page lists other conditions to tell your doctor about before using Ditropan. Warnings and precautions on who should avoid the drug are also included.
Constipation is a side effect that may potentially occur with the use of Ditropan. This section of the eMedTV library includes more information on Ditropan and constipation, and explains what you can do if constipation occurs.
Dry mouth appears to be the most common side effect of Ditropan. This portion of the eMedTV Web site contains more information on Ditropan and dry mouth, and includes a list of suggestions that can help provide relief.
Shakiness, fever, and vomiting are symptoms that may occur as a result of a Ditropan overdose. This eMedTV Web page lists other signs of an overdose, lists factors that can affect symptoms, and describes the treatment options that are available.
Ditropan is probably safe for use during pregnancy, but the full risks are not known at this time. This eMedTV article offers more information on Ditropan and pregnancy, and describes the clinical studies that were conducted on animals.
It's currently unclear if it is safe for breastfeeding women to take Ditropan. This eMedTV segment discusses Ditropan and breastfeeding in more detail and describes the problems that may occur if the drug does pass through breast milk.
Generic Ditropan, which is sold as oxybutynin chloride, is available in tablet and syrup form. This page on the eMedTV Web site describes the various strengths and forms available and lists drug companies that currently manufacture generic Ditropan.
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