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May 27, 2012

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What is an overactive bladder?

An overactive bladder is a condition that results from sudden, involuntary contraction of the muscle in the wall of the urinary bladder. Overactive bladder causes a sudden and unstoppable need to urinate (urinary urgency), even though the bladder may only contain a small amount of urine.

Overactive bladder is also referred to as urge incontinence and is a form of urinary incontinence (unintentional loss of urine). Another common type of urinary incontinence is called stress incontinence, which is caused by anatomic weakness in the structures that prevent the bladder from leaking. In general, urinary incontinence is more common in women compared to men.

Although it can happen at any age, overactive bladder is especially common in older adults. Overactive bladder affects an estimated one in 11 adults in the United States. Overactive bladder, however, should not be considered a normal part of aging.

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Sanctura Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking trospium (Sanctura)?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to trospium, or if you have

untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;
a blockage in your digestive system; or
if you are unable to urinate.

Before taking trospium, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

glaucoma;
liver disease;
kidney disease;
a stomach or intestinal disorder such as ulcerative colitis;
a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis; or
an enlarged prostate.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.

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 trospium 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.

Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from this medicine.

How should I take trospium (Sanctura)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water. Drink extra fluids while you are taking trospium.

Take trospium on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before a meal.

Store trospium at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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