What is the most important information I should know about darifenacin?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to darifenacin, or if you have
untreated or uncontrolled
narrow-angle glaucoma, a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or
intestines), or if you are unable to urinate.
Before using darifenacin, tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, liver disease, a muscle
disorder, ulcerative colitis, or a blockage in your stomach or intestines.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather.
Darifenacin can decrease perspiration and you may be more prone to heat stroke.
Darifenacin can cause side effects that may impair your vision or reactions. Be
careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.
There are many other medicines that can interact with darifenacin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use.
This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not
start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you of all the
medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor if you have serious side effects such as hot
and dry skin, extreme thirst, severe stomach pain or constipation, pain or burning when you
urinate, or if you stop urinating.
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 other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking darifenacin?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to darifenacin, or have certain
conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:
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untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;
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a stomach disorder causing delayed emptying; or
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if you are unable to urinate.
Before using darifenacin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any
drugs, or if you have:
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment
or special tests to safely take darifenacin.
FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell
your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether darifenacin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a
nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
How should I take darifenacin?
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger
amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take this medicine with water.
Darifenacin can be taken with or without food.
Store darifenacin at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra
medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
Overdose symptoms may include severe constipation or stomach pain, extreme weakness,
or urinating less than usual or not at all.
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