Detrol
(tolterodine)
Treats overactive bladder.
Our bottom line
Detrol (tolterodine) is a good treatment for overactive bladder after exercises and other methods to control it haven't worked.
- Price before coupon$238.84
- Lowest price with coupon$37.7784% savings
- Drug class: Renal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (tolterodine)
Upsides
- Detrol (tolterodine) is effective at treating overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate, and controlling urination.
- The tablet is available as a generic in both extended and immediate release, so you can take it once or twice a day.
What to expect from Detrol, on one page
Downsides
- Detrol (tolterodine) can cause drowsiness, dizziness and can increase your risk for falls.
- Detrol (tolterodine) can cause severe dry mouth and eyes and constipation.
- Generally not recommended if you are 65 or older.
- Do not use if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma.
What to expect from Detrol, on one page
Detrol (tolterodine) is an antimuscarinic. It helps people control the urge to urinate by relaxing the bladder muscles and stopping them from spasming.
- Drug class: Renal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (tolterodine)
Used for
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Extended release
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Detrol (tolterodine) for Overactive bladder
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- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
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- Possible side effects
- Headache
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
It can take time for a drug to start working, or for some side effects to go away.
Source: FDA product label and Iodine pharmacistsSide effect rates for Detrol (tolterodine)
- Dry mouth23%23%8%8%
- Headache6%6%5%5%
- Constipation6%6%4%4%
- Stomach pain4%4%2%2%
- Indigestion3%3%1%1%
- Dry eyes3%3%2%2%
- Sleepiness3%3%2%2%
- Tiredness2%2%1%1%
- Dizziness2%2%1%1%
- Flu-like symptoms2%2%1%1%
The placebo bar shows how common a side effect was for people taking a sugar pill instead of Detrol.
People taking Detrol felt side effect more
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Risks and Warnings for Detrol (tolterodine)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Detrol (tolterodine) rarely can cause swelling in the face, lips, tongue and throat. This can be very dangerous since it can stop your breathing. Go to the emergency room right away if this happens.
Pharmacist Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this drug for?
This medication treats overactive bladder.Common concerns from people taking Detrol (tolterodine)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Drinks with caffeine, alcohol or carbonation can make your symptoms worse.
- You can take Detrol (tolterodine) with or without food.
- If you have liver or kidney problems, talk to your doctor before starting Detrol (tolterodine). You might have to use a lower dose, or you might not be able to take Detrol (tolterodine) at all.
- You can get drowsy or dizzy on Detrol (tolterodine). Do not stand or sit up too quickly if you've been sitting or lying down for a while.
- Detrol (tolterodine) can cause drowsiness, dizziness and can increase your risk for falls.