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# Detrol LA

Generic name: tolterodine [ tol-TER-oh-deen ]
Brand names: Detrol, Detrol LA
Drug class: Urinary antispasmodics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jul 26, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

## What is Detrol LA?

Detrol LA is used in adults to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence (urine leakage).

Detrol LA may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

## Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

## Before taking this medicine

You should not use Detrol LA if you are allergic to Detrol LA or fesoterodine (Toviaz), or if you have:

- trouble emptying your bladder;

- a blockage in your stomach, slow digestion; or

- uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

- a stomach or intestinal disorder;

- problems with constipation;

- liver disease;

- kidney disease;

- myasthenia gravis;

- trouble emptying your bladder, or a weak stream of urine;

- glaucoma; or

- long QT syndrome (in you or a family member).

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

## How should I take Detrol LA?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Take with water.

Take Detrol LA with or without food, at the same times each day.

Swallow the capsule whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.

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

Detailed Detrol LA dosage information

## What happens if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use 2 doses in one day

## What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

## What should I avoid while taking Detrol LA?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Detrol LA will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

## Detrol LA side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Detrol LA may cause serious side effects. Stop using Detrol LA and call your doctor at once if you have:

- confusion, hallucinations;

- severe stomach pain or constipation; or

- painful or difficult urination.

Common side effects of Detrol LA may include:

- dry mouth;

- dizziness;

- constipation;

- stomach pain; or

- headache.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Detrol LA side effects (more detail)

## What other drugs will affect Detrol LA?

Detrol LA can cause a serious heart problem. Your risk may be higher if you also use certain other medicines for infections, asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure, depression, mental illness, cancer, malaria, or HIV.

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

- cyclosporine; or

- vinblastine.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Detrol LA, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

Detrol LA drug interactions (more detail)

## Where can I get more information?

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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