Solifenacin is used in the treatment of Overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. OAB is a collection of urinary symptoms, including frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.
Solifenacin is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder to prevent frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
Major & minor side effects for Solifenacin
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Cough
- Severe itchng
- Nasal dryness
- Blurred vision
- Dry skin
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Extreme tiredness
- Back pain
It may cause blurred vision, fatigue and sleepiness. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires focus.
It may cause dry mouth. Try chewing on sugar-free gum or taking small sips of water.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol or carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms.
Do not stop taking this medicine if you do not notice an improvement in your symptoms as it may take some time for your bladder to adapt and your symptoms to improve.
This medicine may cause central nervous system side effects such as a headache, confusion, hallucinations, sleepiness in some patients.
This medicine may cause angioedema (swelling) of the face, lips, tongue, etc. as well as severe allergic reactions in some patients.