Vesicare
(solifenacin)
Treats overactive bladder.
Our bottom line
Vesicare (solifenacin) is a good choice for treatment of overactive bladder if exercises and other behavioral methods haven't worked.
- Drug class: Renal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Upsides
- Vesicare (solifenacin) helps you to urinate less often.
- Its once daily dosing is more convenient than other medicines that work like it.
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What to expect from Vesicare, on one page
Download Fact SheetDownsides
- Can cause drowsiness and increase the risk of falls, especially in the elderly.
- Not a good option if you have untreated, narrow-angle glaucoma.
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Download Fact SheetVesicare (solifenacin) is an antimuscarinic, which strengthens the muscles of your bladder wall.
- Drug class: Renal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
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- Kroger PharmacyGet free coupon$401.72
What to expect when you take Vesicare (solifenacin) for Overactive bladder
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- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
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- Possible side effects
- Blurry vision
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Urinary tract infection
Side effect rates for Vesicare (solifenacin)
- Dry mouth11%11%4%4%
- Constipation5%5%3%3%
- Blurry vision4%4%2%2%
- Urinary tract infection3%3%3%3%
- Nausea2%2%2%2%
- Upper abdominal pain2%2%1%1%
- Flu2%2%1%1%
- Dizziness2%2%2%2%
The placebo bar shows how common a side effect was for people taking a sugar pill instead of Vesicare.
People taking Vesicare felt side effect more
People taking Vesicare felt side effect less
Risks and Warnings for Vesicare (solifenacin)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Vesicare (solifenacin) may cause an uncommon, but serious side effect called angioedema. This condition causes swelling in the tissues of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Go to the emergency room right away if you have difficulty breating or notice swelling around your face.
Pharmacist Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this drug for?
This medication treats symptoms of overactive bladder, including frequent urination, sudden urges to urinate, and bladder leakage.Common concerns from people taking Vesicare (solifenacin)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Worth itBig hassleReviewed Vesicareon 7/10/2017I asked to reduce dose to 5 mg. But the price was $2300.00 so now I am not able to get my med.71WomanA month or soOveractive bladder
- Worth itLow hassleReviewed Vesicareon 1/4/2017I don't like the price, but it has definitely improved my overactive bladder and quality of life. The dry mouth is manageable.29WomanOveractive bladder
- Can cause drowsiness, so avoid taking with alcohol or other medicines that make you sleepy.
- Can cause drowsiness and increase the risk of falls, especially in the elderly.