Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate Extended-Release Tablets) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Urinary incontinence (UI) in men facts

*Urinary incontinence (UI) in men facts Medically Edited by: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD

The definition of urinary incontinence in men is the unintentional loss of urine. Weak bladder muscles, overactive bladder muscles, certain prostate conditions, and nerve damage are just some of the possible underlying causes of urinary incontinence in men.
There are different types of urinary incontinence in men, including stress incontinence, urge incontinence, and overflow incontinence.
Diagnosis of urinary incontinence in men may involve a physical exam, an ultrasound, urodynamic testing, and tests including an electroencephalogram (EEG) and an electromyogram (EMG). The doctor will also take a medical history and may recommend keeping a bladder diary.
Treatment of urinary incontinence in men may include behavioral treatments, like bladder training and Kegel exercises, medication, surgery, or...

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Toviaz Patient Information including How Should I Take

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

You should not take this medication if you are allergic to fesoterodine or if you have:

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

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

urination problems;
myasthenia gravis;
severe constipation;
liver disease;
kidney disease;
glaucoma; or
a personal or family history of "Long QT syndrome."

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether fesoterodine is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether fesoterodine 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.

Fesoterodine is not for use in children.

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

How should I take fesoterodine (Toviaz)?

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 medication with a full glass of water.

Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.

Store fesoterodine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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