Description
Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets
Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets contain oxybutynin hydrochloride, an anticholinergic and antispasmodic medicine used to manage overactive bladder symptoms, including urinary urgency, frequent urination and urge incontinence. Oxybutynin works by relaxing the bladder muscle, reducing involuntary bladder contractions and increasing the amount of urine the bladder can hold. Widely prescribed in Nigeria for bladder-control conditions, Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets are available from Asset Pharmacy, a trusted PCN – Registered pharmacy supplying authentic prescription medicines with pharmacist support and nationwide delivery across Nigeria.
Benefits
Helps reduce sudden and urgent needs to pass urine
Helps decrease frequent urination
Supports improved bladder control
Helps reduce accidental urine leakage
Relaxes overactive bladder muscles
Reduces involuntary bladder contractions
May support bladder control in certain neurological conditions
Helps improve confidence and daily comfort
How To Take
Take Oxybutynin exactly as prescribed by your doctor or healthcare professional
Swallow the tablet with water
It may be taken before, with or after food
Take each dose at approximately the same time every day
Your dose will be determined by your doctor according to your symptoms, age and response to treatment
Do not take more than the prescribed dose
Do not stop taking Oxybutynin without speaking to your doctor
Side Effects
Dry mouth
Constipation
Nausea or stomach discomfort
Dizziness or drowsiness
Blurred vision
Headache
Dry skin
Difficulty passing urine
Confusion or agitation, particularly in older adults
Oxybutynin may cause drowsiness or blurred vision. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
Cautions
Do not take Oxybutynin if you are allergic to oxybutynin or any of the tablet ingredients
Do not use if you have urinary retention or difficulty emptying your bladder unless specifically advised by your doctor
Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, severe bowel problems, myasthenia gravis or an enlarged prostate
Use carefully if you have kidney, liver, heart or nervous-system conditions
Oxybutynin can reduce sweating, so take care in very hot weather to avoid overheating
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, especially other anticholinergic medicines
Use during pregnancy only when prescribed by a doctor
Breastfeeding is not generally recommended while taking oxybutynin unless your doctor advises otherwise
Keep out of reach of children
Prescription required – pharmacist review included.
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FAQ
What are Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets used for?
Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets are used to manage urinary urgency, frequent urination and urinary incontinence associated with an unstable or overactive bladder.
How do Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets work?
Oxybutynin relaxes the bladder muscle and reduces involuntary bladder contractions. This helps the bladder hold more urine and reduces urgency, frequency and leakage.
Can Oxybutynin help with an overactive bladder?
Yes. Oxybutynin is commonly prescribed to relieve overactive bladder symptoms such as a sudden need to urinate, frequent urination and urge incontinence.
How should I take Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets?
Take Oxybutynin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet with water and follow the dosing schedule provided by your healthcare professional.
What are the common side effects of Oxybutynin?
Common side effects include dry mouth, constipation, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and blurred vision.
Can Oxybutynin cause difficulty passing urine?
Yes. Difficulty passing urine or urinary retention can occur. Seek medical advice promptly if you are unable to empty your bladder.
Can I drive while taking Oxybutynin?
Oxybutynin may cause drowsiness or blurred vision. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
Where can I buy Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets in Nigeria?
You can purchase genuine Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets, 84 Tablets from Asset Pharmacy, a trusted PCN-registered pharmacy providing pharmacist support and nationwide delivery across Nigeria.
Do I need a prescription for Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets?
Yes. Oxybutynin 5mg Tablets are prescription-only medicines. A valid prescription is required, and pharmacist review is included before dispensing.
How to Use
How to use Oxybutynin
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
- These tablets are for oral use. § The tablets should be swallowed with water
. § The score line is only there to help you break the tablet if you have difficulty swallowing it whole and not to divide into equal doses.
Adults:
- The usual dose is 5mg taken two or three times a day.
- This may be increased to a maximum dose of 5mg four times a day.
Elderly (including frail elderly):
- The usual dose is 2.5mg twice a day.
- This dose may be increased to 5mg twice a day.
Use in children (over 5 years):
- The usual dose is 2.5mg taken twice a day.
- This dose may be increased to 5mg two or three times a day.
- If you are giving it to a child to prevent urgency and frequency to pass urine or bedwetting, give the last dose just before bedtime. Use in children (under 5 years):
This medicine is not recommended children less than 5 years
Product Details
Product Information of Oxybutynin
What you need to know before you take Oxybutynin
Do not take if: § You are allergic to oxybutynin hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) § Your gut (stomach or intestine) is blocked, perforated or not working properly § You have a form of inflammatory bowel disease which can cause abdominal pain, bloody diarrhoea, fever and weight loss (severe ulcerative colitis) or sudden widening of the colon, which causes abdominal pain, fever or shock (toxic megacolon) § You have a blockage which makes it difficult to pass urine § You have a muscle weakness illness (myasthenia gravis) § You have increased pressure in the eye, sometimes sudden and painful with blurred vision or loss of vision (glaucoma) § You have difficulty passing urine Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Oxybutynin if: § You have liver or kidney problems § You have obstructions of the stomach or intestines § You have indigestion or heart burn caused by a ‘hiatus hernia’ (where part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm) § You are taking medicines to treat osteoporosis (known as bisphosphonates) § You have damaged nerves, which can affect the way internal organs work (autonomic neuropathy) § You will be taking this medicine in a hot climate as Oxybutynin can decrease your ability to sweat and may cause fever or heat stroke § You have an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) § You have heart disease or heart failure § You have high blood pressure You have an irregular, increased or rapid heart beat § You are elderly, frail (weak or in poor health) or have Parkinson’s disease, as you may be more prone to experiencing side effects § Oxybutynin may reduce the amount of saliva resulting in tooth decay or fungal infection of the mouth Children and adolescents In children over 5 years of age, Oxybutynin hydrochloride should be used with caution as they may be more sensitive to the effects of the product, particularly the Central Nervous System and psychiatric adverse reactions. The use of Oxybutynin in children under 5 years of age is not recommended. Other medicines and Oxybutynin Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including those obtained without prescription. This includes herbal medicines. Medicines which may interact with or be affected by Oxybutynin: § Atropine, used to treat certain types of poisonings, a slow heart rate, to decrease saliva production during surgery and some eye conditions § Other anticholinergic medicines, such as some medicines for irritable bowel syndrome, asthma, incontinence, motion sickness or movement disorders associated with Parkinson’s disease § Amantadine, used for Parkinson’s disease or to treat and prevent some virus infections § Levodopa or biperiden, used to treat Parkinson’s disease § Antihistamines, medicines used to relieve symptoms of allergies and reactions § Phenothiazines, butyrophenones and clozapine (anti-psychotics), used to treat mental illness § Digitalis or quinidine, used to treat heart conditions § Tricyclic anti-depressants, used to treat depression e.g. amitriptyline, imipramine, dosulepin § Dipyridamole, used to treat blood clotting problems § Medicines used to treat dementia e.g. donepezil, rivastigmine, galantamine or tacrine (cholinesterase inhibitors) Taking Oxybutynin with alcohol If you drink alcohol while taking these tablets, you may become very drowsy. Pregnancy and breastfeeding If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Pregnancy If you are pregnant or think you are pregnant; you should not take this medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Breastfeeding If you are breast-feeding you should not take this medicine as small amounts may pass in to your milk. Driving and using machines You may feel drowsy or have blurred vision whilst taking Oxybutynin. If this happens, do not drive or operate machinery. Oxybutynin contains lactose If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.
Side Effects
Side Effects of Oxybutynin
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Oxybutynin can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Seek medical advice immediately if you develop the following symptoms: § Allergic reactions: swelling of the face, throat or tongue, difficulty breathing or dizziness § Swelling of the deeper layers of the skin caused by a build-up of fluid (angioedema) Very common side effects (may affect more than 1 in 10 people) § Constipation § Dry mouth § Feeling sick (nausea) § Headache § Dizziness § Feeling drowsy or sleepy (somnolence) § Blurred vision § Dry skin Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) § Diarrhoea § Being sick (vomiting) § Confusion § Dry eyes § Difficulty passing urine § Flushing of the face (especially in children) Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people) § Stomach pain § Loss of appetite (anorexia) § Decreased appetite § Difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia) Other side effects (frequency not known) § Urinary tract infection § Indigestion or heart burn (acid reflux) § Feeling agitated § Anxiety § Seeing or hearing things that are not real (hallucinations) § Nightmares § Unfounded or excessive fears about others (paranoia) § Impaired brain function, particularly in the elderly (e.g. memory loss, forgetfulness, confusion) § Depression § Dependence on Oxybutynin (in patients with a history of dependency) § Drowsiness § Fits (convulsions) § Not knowing where you are (disorientation) § Faster heartbeat (tachycardia) § Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) § Heat Stroke § Enlargement of the pupil (mydriasis) § Increased eye pressure (ocular hypertension) § Eye pain, red eyes and reduced vision caused by pressure inside the eye rising (angle closure glaucoma) § Delay or difficulty passing urine § Skin rashes with the formation of wheals (urticaria) § Reduced sweating (hypohidrosis) § Increased sensitivity of eyes and skin to sunlight (photosensitivity) Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet
Ingredients
Product Ingredients of Oxybutynin
Each 5mg tablet contains 5mg of oxybutynin hydrochloride
The other ingredients are: crospovidone, microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate and indigo carmine aluminium lake (E132).
How to store
How to store Oxybutynin
How to store Oxybutynin § Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. § Do not take this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton/blister packaging after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. § Store in the original package below 25ºC, in a dry place. § Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Prescription Product
This product requires a prescription from your Doctor.
Please follow the instruction received from the pharmacy on how to forward your prescription to the pharmacy after you have paid for the medicine.
A prescription drug is a pharmaceutical medication that legally requires a medical prescription to be dispensed.
To order this product you confirm that you are under the care of your doctor or consultant and have been given permission by them for purchase, fulfillment & use in treatment with their written consent
Delivery
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Delivery time estimate are subject to the courier company.
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