Drug reference
tolterodine
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Drug class
Genitourinary (Antimuscarinic)
Mechanism of action
Competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist; decreases bladder contractions; is more specific for bladder than oxybutynin.
Common side effects
- Dyspepsia
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
Contraindications
- Urinary or gastric retention Uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma Hypersensitivity to drug or ingredients or to fesoterodine fumarate, which is metabolized to 5-hydroxymethyl tolterodine
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is tolterodine?
tolterodine belongs to: Genitourinary.
How does tolterodine work?
Competitive muscarinic receptor antagonist; decreases bladder contractions; is more specific for bladder than oxybutynin.
What are the common side effects of tolterodine?
Dyspepsia, Dry mouth, Constipation, Dizziness, Blurred vision
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