Trospium Extended-Release Capsules
Generic name: Trospium Extended-Release Capsules [ TROSE-pee-um ]
Brand name: Sanctura XR
Drug class: Urinary antispasmodics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 17, 2023.
Uses of Trospium Extended-Release Capsules:
- It is used to treat an overactive bladder.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Trospium Extended-Release Capsules?
- If you have an allergy to trospium or any other part of this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules).
- If you are allergic to this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules); any part of this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
- If you have any of these health problems: Trouble passing urine, glaucoma, or slow clearing of the stomach.
- If you have kidney disease.
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules).
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Trospium Extended-Release Capsules?
- Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
- Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules) affects you.
- Be careful in hot weather or while being active. Drink lots of fluids to stop fluid loss.
- Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use other drugs and natural products that slow your actions.
- Do not drink alcohol within 2 hours of taking this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules).
- A very bad reaction called angioedema has happened with this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules). Sometimes, this may be life-threatening. Signs may include swelling of the hands, face, lips, eyes, tongue, or throat; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or unusual hoarseness. Get medical help right away if you have any of these signs.
- If you are 65 or older, use this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules) with care. You could have more side effects.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules) while you are pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.
How is this medicine (Trospium Extended-Release Capsules) best taken?
Use this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
- Take on an empty stomach or at least 1 hour before a meal.
- Take with a full glass of water.
- Take in the morning.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
- Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
- If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
- Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
- Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- Signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI) like blood in the urine, burning or pain when passing urine, feeling the need to pass urine often or right away, fever, lower stomach pain, or pelvic pain.
- Not sweating during activities or in warm temperatures.
- Dizziness or passing out.
- Feeling sleepy.
- Feeling confused.
- Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there).
- Trouble passing urine.
- Very bad constipation.
- Change in eyesight, eye pain, or very bad eye irritation.
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What are some other side effects of Trospium Extended-Release Capsules?
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
How do I store and/or throw out Trospium Extended-Release Capsules?
- Store at room temperature.
- Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
- Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
- Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer
- If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
- Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
- Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine (trospium extended-release capsules), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
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