Leaking accidents, sudden urges to urinate, and frequent urination are common symptoms of an
overactive bladder. If you are experiencing these symptoms, your healthcare provider may prescribe a medication called Enablex
® (
darifenacin). This medicine comes in the form of a tablet, and it works by blocking certain receptors in the bladder. Through this action, the bladder muscles can relax, which leads to relief of overactive bladder symptoms.
Enablex is taken once a day, with or without food. It is an extended-release medication, so it should be swallowed whole with liquids. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets.
Before using Enablex, make sure your healthcare provider has up-to-date information on any other drugs you are taking, including vitamins and supplements, as well as any
allergies you may have, including to medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives. Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
(Click
Enablex for more information on this medication, including side effects, how it performed in clinical trials, and whether you can buy it in generic form.)
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