Oxytrol is intended to treat symptoms of an overactive bladder. It contains the active ingredient oxybutynin, which works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and belongs to the antispasmodics drug class.
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Oxytrol is intended to treat symptoms of an overactive bladder. It contains the active ingredient oxybutynin, which works by relaxing muscles in the bladder and belongs to the antispasmodics drug class.
How should I use this medication?
This medication is for external use only. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Find an area of skin on your abdomen, hip, or backside that is clean, dry, greaseless, undamaged, and hairless. Remove the patch from the sealed pouch. Do not cut or trim the patch. Using your palm, press the patch firmly in place to make sure that there is good contact with your skin. Change the patch two times per week, keeping to a regular schedule. When you apply a new patch, use a new area of skin. Wait at least 1 week before using the same area again.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you forget to replace a patch, use it as soon as you can. Only use one patch at a time and do not leave on the skin for longer than directed. If a patch falls off, you can replace it, but keep to your schedule and remove the patch at the right time.
Where should I keep my medication?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from moisture and humidity. Do not remove from the package until you are ready to use. Protect from light. When you remove a patch, fold it in half with sticky sides together and throw away. Throw away unused medication after the expiration date.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
What may interact with this medication?
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. It may take a few weeks to notice the full benefit from this medication.
You may need to limit your intake of tea, coffee, caffeinated sodas, and alcohol. These drinks may make your symptoms worse.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your care team if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medication may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses, you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating eye drops may help. See your care team if the problem does not go away or is severe.
Avoid extreme heat. This medication can cause you to sweat less than normal. Your body temperature could increase to dangerous levels, which may lead to heat stroke.
Do not expose the patch to sunlight. You should wear it under your clothes.
You can keep the patch in place during swimming, bathing, and showering. If your patch falls off during these activities, replace it.
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