Solifenacin Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Solifenacin, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Solifenacin brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Solifenacin

Pronunciation : SOE-li-FEN-a-sin

ICD Code : Y55.1 Therapeutic Classification : Antispasmodics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Solifenacin

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Why is Solifenacin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a urinary antispasmodic agent, prescribed for overactive bladder with or without incontinence. It works by blocking the action of certain chemicals in the body to help decrease urination problems.

When should Solifenacin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with urinary retention, gastric retention, severe liver problems, increased eye pressure, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Solifenacin?

Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 5 mg once daily. It may be increased up to 10mg.

How should Solifenacin be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Solifenacin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, liver or kidney disease, heart problem, stomach or intestinal problems, constipation, difficulty in urinating, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight; otherwise it may lead to heatstroke.

What are the side effects of Solifenacin?

♦ Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, constipation, nausea, indigestion, abdominal pain, vomiting, gastroesophageal reflux disease and ileus.
Infection - Urinary tract infection and inflammation of pharynx.
♦ Central Nervous System - Dizziness, headache, confusion, hallucinations, drowsiness, depression and fatigue.
♦ Eye - Vision blurred, glaucoma and dry eyes.
Genitourinary - Urinary retention.
General - Swelling in the lower leg.
Respiratory - Cough.
Heart - High blood pressure.