darifenacin

What is the most important information I should know about darifenacin?

What is darifenacin?

Darifenacin reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and urinary tract.

Darifenacin is used to treat symptoms of overactive bladder, such as frequent or urgent urination, and incontinence (urine leakage).

Darifenacin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking darifenacin?

• untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;
• a stomach disorder causing delayed emptying; or
• if you have trouble emptying your bladder.

To make sure darifenacin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• glaucoma;
• liver disease;
• ulcerative colitis;
• a blockage in your stomach or intestines;
• a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis; or
• if you have very little urine or a weak stream of urine.

How should I take darifenacin?

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Darifenacin can be taken with or without food.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Overdose can cause vision problems.

What should I avoid while taking darifenacin?

What are the possible side effects of darifenacin?

• severe stomach pain or constipation;
• confusion, hallucinations;
• little or no urinating;
• pain or burning when you urinate; or
• signs of dehydration --feeling very thirsty or hot, being unable to urinate, heavy sweating, or hot and dry skin.

Common side effects may include:

• nausea, indigestion;
• constipation;
• headache, dizziness;
• dry mouth; or
• blurred vision.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect darifenacin?

Tell your doctor about all medicines you use, and those you start or stop using during your treatment with darifenacin, especially:

• clarithromycin;
• flecainide;
• thioridazine;
• an antidepressant --amitriptyline, clomipramine, desipramine, doxepin, imipramine, nefazodone, nortriptyline;
• antifungal medicine --itraconazole, ketoconazole; or
• HIV or AIDS medicine --nelfinavir, ritonavir.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with darifenacin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about darifenacin.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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