Toviaz
(fesoterodine)
Treats an overactive bladder.
Our bottom line
Toviaz (fesoterodine) is a good treatment for overactive bladder, especially when exercises and other methods to control it haven't worked.
- Price before coupon$439.97
- Lowest price with coupon$310.90
- Savings29%
- Drug class: Renal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Upsides
- Toviaz (fesoterodine) is effective at treating overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate, and helping to better control urination.
- Take Toviaz (fesoterodine) only once a day.
What to expect from Toviaz, on one page
Downsides
- Only recommended after you've tried doing exercises, bladder training, and other changes to your lifestyle.
- Can cause drowsiness and dizziness. The medicine can also raise your risk for falls.
- Generally not recommended if you're 65 years or older.
- Can't be used by people who have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma.
- Not available as a generic.
What to expect from Toviaz, on one page
Toviaz (fesoterodine) 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: No lower cost generic available
Used for
Dosage forms
- Extended release
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Toviaz (fesoterodine) for Overactive bladder
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- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
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- Possible side effects
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
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 Toviaz (fesoterodine)
- Dry mouth19%19%7%7%
- Constipation4%4%2%2%
- Upper chest infection3%3%2%2%
- Indigestion2%2%1%1%
- Cough2%2%1%1%
- Back pain2%2%
The placebo bar shows how common a side effect was for people taking a sugar pill instead of Toviaz.
People taking Toviaz felt side effect more
People taking Toviaz felt side effect less
Risks and Warnings for Toviaz (fesoterodine)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Toviaz (fesoterodine) can cause an uncommon but serious side effect called angioedema, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call for medical attention immediately if this happens to you.
Pharmacist Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this drug for?
This medication treats overactive bladder.Common concerns from people taking Toviaz (fesoterodine)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Caffeinated, alcoholic, or carbonated drinks can make your symptoms worse.
- Can cause drowsiness and dizziness. The medicine can also raise your risk for falls.