Trospium
Description
Trospium 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 Trospium
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Dry eyes
- Nasal dryness
- Back pain
- Skin rash
Uses of Trospium
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 amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were 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 trospium or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Urinary retention
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from urinary retention, a condition where the patient is unable to empty the bladder, due to the increased risk of worsening of 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
Use of 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 corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Central nervous system side effects
Use of this medicine may cause central nervous system side effects such as a headache, confusion, hallucinations, sleepiness 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.
Use in Children
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.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, 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 of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from moderate or severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your 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
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Olanzapine
Topiramate
Ketoconazole
Zonisamide
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 side 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 urinary bladder muscles; 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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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Jun 2019
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