Urodine 2mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
Salt Composition
Tolterodine (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Urodine 2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of overactive bladder. It relieves urinary symptoms like frequent urination, urgent need to urinate, and inability to control urination.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Urodine 2mg Tablet is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It can be taken with or without food but take it at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Urodine 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Urodine 2mg Tablet may cause dry mouth, dry eyes, and constipation as a side effect. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
Alcohol Warning
Urodine 2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Urodine 2mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Long-term use of Urodine 2mg Tablet might reduce milk production.
Pregnancy Warning
Urodine 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Clotrimazole Fluconazole Itraconazole Ketoconazole
How it works
Urodine 2mg Tablet is an antimuscarinic. It works by relaxing muscles of the urinary bladder and prevents frequent, urgent or uncontrolled urination.
Quick Tips
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Urodine 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Urodine 2mg Tablet treats symptoms of an overactive bladder by lowering the urge to urinate and controlling urination. It can take up to 4 weeks before you see any improvement in your symptoms. Keep taking it as prescribed. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated drinks as they can worsen your symptoms. It may cause dizziness and blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Maintain good oral hygiene, drink water frequently, chew sugarless gum, and wear contact lenses with caution.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take for Urodine 2mg Tablet to show its effect?
You may start feeling better within one week of starting Urodine 2mg Tablet. Full benefits may be seen after 5-8 weeks of treatment. Your doctor may continue prescribing this medicine for up to 24 months to maintain your improvement.
What class of drug is Urodine 2mg Tablet? Is it a diuretic?
Urodine 2mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called muscarinic receptor blockers. It is not a diuretic, it is a urinary antispasmodic. This means that it relaxes the urinary bladder, reducing spasms in the bladder wall. This helps control urine release and increases bladder storage capacity.
Can I just stop taking Urodine 2mg Tablet?
Urodine 2mg Tablet does not cure your condition but helps to control overactive bladder symptoms. Do not stop taking this medication even if you feel better. Your doctor will assess your condition regularly, for example, every six months, to understand how long you need Urodine 2mg Tablet.
Can I crush the tablets of Urodine 2mg Tablet and then take it?
No, do not crush or chew the tablets. Swallow them whole with a glass of water. You can take them with or without food. Always follow your doctor's instructions precisely.
Can Urodine 2mg Tablet be used in children?
Studies have shown that Urodine 2mg Tablet does not relieve symptoms of overactive bladder in children. Therefore, it is not recommended for use in children.
Who should avoid taking Urodine 2mg Tablet?
Patients with urinary retention (difficulty passing urine), delayed stomach emptying, or blocked intestines (toxic megacolon, ulcerative colitis, pyloric stenosis) should avoid it. This also includes patients with uncontrolled high pressure in the eyes (narrow-angle glaucoma). Additionally, individuals who experience muscle weakness in their arms or legs (myasthenia gravis) or are hypersensitive to Tolterodine should not take this medication.
I am having constipation because of which I want to discontinue Urodine 2mg Tablet. Will I have any harmful effects?
Discontinuing Urodine 2mg Tablet will likely not cause any harm, but overactive bladder symptoms may return. Talk to your doctor about your constipation concerns and they can advise whether stopping the medication is appropriate for you.
Does Urodine 2mg Tablet cause dementia?
Whether or not Urodine 2mg Tablet causes dementia is unclear. However, some reports show that when people with dementia were given Urodine 2mg Tablet, their symptoms (confusion, disorientation and delusion) worsened.
