Available in the form of a patch, Oxytrol is a prescription drug that is used to treat overactive bladder. This eMedTV segment provides a detailed description of how the drug works and also discusses its possible side effects and dosing guidelines.
Vision changes, diarrhea, and dry mouth are some of the most common Oxytrol side effects seen in studies. This eMedTV page describes other common side effects of Oxytrol and also lists potentially serious side effects that require medical attention.
Oxytrol may potentially cause constipation. This segment from the eMedTV Web site covers Oxytrol and constipation in more detail, discusses how common this side effect appears to be, and explains what you can do if constipation occurs.
Dry mouth is one of the most common side effects of Oxytrol. This portion of the eMedTV library explores the link between Oxytrol and dry mouth in more detail and provides a list of suggestions to help with a dry mouth.
Oxytrol is used for treating urinary incontinence, urinary urgency, and other overactive bladder symptoms. This eMedTV resource further explains what the medicine is used for and discusses Oxytrol uses in children.
There is only one standard Oxytrol dosage -- one patch applied every three to four days. This page from the eMedTV Web site offers other Oxytrol dosing information and includes a list of suggestions for how, when, and where to apply the patch.
Anticholinergics, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, and pramlintide may cause Oxytrol drug interactions. This eMedTV segment lists specific types of anticholinergic drugs and acetylcholinesterase inhibitors that may interact negatively with Oxytrol.
Oxytrol could potentially make glaucoma worse. This segment from the eMedTV site lists other Oxytrol warnings and precautions that you should be aware of before starting treatment and includes information on who should not use the Oxytrol patch.
Dry eyes, severe constipation, and difficulty urinating are possible signs of an Oxytrol overdose. This eMedTV page describes overdose treatment options that are available and lists other symptoms that may occur as a result of taking too much Oxytrol.
Oxytrol is most likely safe for use in pregnant women, but the full risks are not yet known. This eMedTV article contains more detailed information about Oxytrol and pregnancy, and explains what happened when the drug was given to pregnant animals.
It is generally recommended to avoid breastfeeding while using Oxytrol. This article from the eMedTV archives provides more information on Oxytrol and breastfeeding, including information on whether the drug passes through breast milk.
Oxytrol is currently under a patent that prevents companies from making any generic versions of the drug. As this eMedTV article explains, as soon as the patent expires in April 2020, other drug companies can begin producing generic Oxytrol products.
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