Darifenacin
Description
Darifenacin is used for the treatment of an overactive bladder, a condition characterized by symptoms such as a frequent feeling of a need to urinate, sudden urge to urinate, inability to control urination, leaking of urine, etc. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Darifenacin
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Dry eyes
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Dry skin
- Cough
- Nasal dryness
- Weight gain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Back pain
Uses of Darifenacin
What is it prescribed for?
- Overactive Bladder
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects is recommended.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to darifenacin or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Urinary retention
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from urinary retention, a condition where the patient is unable to completely or partially empty the bladder, since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Narrow angle glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from an uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Gastric retention
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from gastric retention due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired side effects is recommended.
General warnings
Angioedema and anaphylactic reactions
This medicine may cause angioedema (swelling) of the face, lips, tongue, etc. as well as severe allergic reactions in some patients. Seek immediate medical intervention if any such reactions develop. Appropriate patient/caregiver counseling, corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from a mild-to-moderate liver function impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended for such patients. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver function impairment. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Pediatric population
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Central nervous system effects
This medicine may cause central nervous system side effects such as a headache, confusion, hallucinations, sleepiness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any such symptoms during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Driving or operating machines
Use of this medicine may cause symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, etc. in some patients. If you experience any such symptoms after taking this medicine, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery.
Missed Dose
If a dose of this medicine is missed, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Atazanavir
Celecoxib
Clotrimazole
Itraconazole
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe adverse effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine relaxes the muscles of the urinary bladder; this helps the bladder to retain a larger amount of urine and prevents the symptoms of an overactive bladder.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Urinary antispasmodics
Schedule
Schedule H
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