Darifenacin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Darifenacin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Darifenacin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Darifenacin Pronunciation : DAR-i-FEN-a-sin ICD Code : Y51.3 Therapeutic Classification : AnticholinergicsTrade Names/Brand Names of Darifenacin
India :
Vesigard (15mg) |
Dariten OD 15mg Tablet CR |
Xelena (15mg) |
Dariten OD (7.5 mg) |
Darilong (7.5mg) |
Darilong (15mg) |
Deritas (7.5mg) |
Xelena (7.5mg) |
Vesigard (7.5mg) |
Xelena (7.5mg)
International :
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Why is Darifenacin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a muscarinic receptor antagonist, prescribed for overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency. It relaxes bladder muscles to control urination.When should Darifenacin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with urinary retention, gastric retention, increased eye pressure, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Darifenacin?
PO- Adult- The recommended starting dose is 7.5 mg once daily.How should Darifenacin be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Darifenacin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of stomach or intestinal problems, constipation, trouble emptying your bladder, weak urine stream, myasthenia gravis, increased eye pressure, liver impairment, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It may cause heat stroke during hot weather.
What are the side effects of Darifenacin?
Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, constipation, indigestion, abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea.Genitourinary - Urinary tract infection.
♦ Central Nervous System - Dizziness, headache, confusion, hallucinations and somnolence.
Body As a Whole - Weakness.
Eye - Dry eyes.
