About Oxybutynin Hydrochloride
Class: | Anticholinergic agent
Use: | Treatment of overactive bladder, including symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency
Adult dose: | 5 mg orally 1 to 3 times daily; may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg 3 times daily based on response and tolerability
Pediatric dose: | Not approved for use in children under 5 years; for children 5 years and older, 5 mg orally 1 to 2 times daily, may be increased based on clinical response
Side effects: | Dry mouth, constipation, dizzi
Drug Class
Anticholinergic agent
Uses & Indications
Treatment of overactive bladder, including symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from moisture and light
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Tillomed Laboratories Ltd., UNITED KINGDOM
Package Size
84s
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 18.81
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
5 mg orally 1 to 3 times daily; may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg 3 times daily based on response and tolerability
Pediatric Dose
Not approved for use in children under 5 years; for children 5 years and older, 5 mg orally 1 to 2 times daily, may be increased based on clinical response
Side Effects
Dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, urinary retention, dry eyes
Contraindications & Precautions
Urinary retention, gastric retention, uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, hypersensitivity to oxybutynin or any component of the formulation
Important Warnings
Use with caution in patients with a history of urinary obstruction, gastrointestinal obstruction, or those with cognitive impairment; may cause heat prostration in hot weather; risk of anticholinergic effects in elderly patients
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.