Brand Names: Toviaz

Generic Name: fesoterodine

What is fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
What are the possible side effects of fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
What is the most important information I should know about fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
How should I take fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
What happens if I miss a dose (Toviaz)?
What happens if I overdose (Toviaz)?
What should I avoid while taking fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
What other drugs will affect fesoterodine (Toviaz)?
Where can I get more information (Toviaz)?

What is fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

Fesoterodine reduces spasms of the bladder muscles.

Fesoterodine is used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence.

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

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What are the possible side effects of fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using fesoterodine and call your doctor at once if you have:

chest pain, fast or uneven heart rate;
swelling of your hands or feet;
severe stomach pain or constipation;
confusion, hallucinations;
little or no urination;
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.

Adults who are 75 years or older may be more likely to have side effects from this medicine.

Common side effects may include:

dry mouth; or
constipation.

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 is the most important information I should know about fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

You should not take fesoterodine if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, or if you have a blockage of the urinary tract, stomach, or intestines.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to fesoterodine or tolterodine (Detrol), or if you have:

a blockage of the urinary tract (difficulty urinating);
a blockage in your stomach or intestines; or
uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma.

To make sure fesoterodine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

a weak steam of urine, or trouble emptying your bladder;
glaucoma;
a stomach or intestinal disorder, including severe constipation;
liver or kidney disease; or
a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether fesoterodine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Fesoterodine is not for use in children.

How should I take fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

You may take fesoterodine with or without food.

Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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What happens if I miss a dose (Toviaz)?

Skip the missed dose and take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose (Toviaz)?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Fesoterodine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of fesoterodine.

What other drugs will affect fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using, especially:

an antibiotic; or
an antifungal medicine.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with fesoterodine, 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 (Toviaz)?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about fesoterodine.

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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