What is solifenacin?
Solifenacin relieves spasms of the bladder.
Solifenacin is used to treat overactive bladder with the symptoms of urinary frequency, urinary urgency, and urinary incontinence.
Solifenacin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Do not take solifenacin if you have
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a blockage of the urinary tract, difficulty urinating, or urinary retention;
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a blockage in the intestines or gastric retention; or
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glaucoma.
Before taking solifenacin, tell your doctor if you have
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liver disease;
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constipation;
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other stomach or intestinal problems; or
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kidney disease.
You may not be able to take solifenacin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Solifenacin is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether solifenacin will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take solifenacin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether solifenacin will harm a nursing infant. Do not take solifenacin without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Take solifenacin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Solifenacin can be taken with or without food..
Do not take more of this medication than is prescribed for you. If your symptoms are not being treated, notify your doctor.
Store solifenacin at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose,
skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose.
If you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives), stop taking solifenacin and seek emergency medical attention.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take solifenacin and talk to your doctor if you experience
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dry mouth,
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dryness of the eyes,
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blurred vision or large pupils,
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upset stomach,
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headache,
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constipation,
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difficulty urinating,
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drowsiness, or
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dizziness.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Solifenacin may cause blurred vision.
Avoid becoming overheated in hot weather. Solifenacin may increase the risk of heat stroke because it may decrease sweating. Drink plenty of fluid of maintain adequate hydration.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Solifenacin may cause blurred vision.
Avoid becoming overheated in hot weather. Solifenacin may increase the risk of heat stroke because it may decrease sweating. Drink plenty of fluid to maintain adequate hydration.
Before taking solifenacin, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
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ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox), or voriconazole(Vfend);
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atazanavir (Reyataz), nelfinavir (Viracept), indinavir (Crixivan), saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase), or ritonavir (Norvir); or
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nefazodone.
You may need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Many drugs other than those listed here may also interact with solifenacin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of an solifenacin overdose are not known but might include restlessness, tremor, irritability, seizures, delirium, hallucinations, flushing, fever, nausea, vomiting, a fast heartbeat, and possibly coma.