VESIcare (Solifenacin Succinate) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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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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VESIcare Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking solifenacin (VESIcare)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to solifenacin, or have certain conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:

untreated or uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma;
a stomach disorder causing delayed emptying; or
if you are unable to urinate.

Before using solifenacin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

glaucoma;
liver disease;
kidney disease;
a blockage in your stomach or intestines; or
a history of "Long QT syndrome."

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

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 solifenacin 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 solifenacin (VESIcare)?

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.

Solifenacin can be taken with or without food.

Store solifenacin at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

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