Detrol LA, which is generically prescribed as tolterodine, is commonly used to treat overactive bladder and incontinence, and urinary urgency. Detrol LA reduces spasms of the bladder by relaxing the muscles.
Detrol LA is not appropriate for everyone. A thorough medical history should be assessed prior to prescribing this medication. Patients with a medical history that includes a blockage in the intestinal tract, a urinary tract blockage, untreated glaucoma, or uncontrolled glaucoma can not take Detrol LA. Patients with a medical history which includes glaucoma, liver disease, kidney disease, or a personal or family history of Long QT syndrome may not be able to take Detrol LA or may require careful monitoring while undergoing drug therapy with this medication, depending on the condition or the severity of the condition.
The American Food and Drug Administration rated this medication as a pregnancy risk category C. Detrol LA is likely to cause harm or birth defects to an unborn baby. This medication passes through the mother’s breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. The prescribing physician should avoid prescribing this medication to a pregnant or nursing woman, or a woman who is likely to become pregnant.
There is a risk of side effects associated with Detrol LA, some of which are severe. A patient experiencing a serious side effect or an allergic reaction should seek immediate emergency medical attention. An allergic reaction will present with symptoms such as facial swelling, including swelling of the lips, mouth, throat, or tongue, hives, and difficulty breathing. Other serious side effects which require emergency medical treatment include symptoms such as shortness of breath, fast heart rate, chest pain, decreased urination, no urination, or painful or difficult urination.
Other less serious side effects typically do not require emergency medical care but should be reported to the prescribing physician. Patients should be encouraged to report all side effects. Less serious side effects include symptoms such as blurry vision, dry mouth, dry eyes, dizziness, drowsiness, constipation, diarrhea, headache, joint pain, stomach pain, or upset stomach. Less serious side effects can often be reduced to a tolerable level by reducing the dosage of Detrol LA.
Detrol LA should be taken exactly as prescribed. If the patient misses a dose, the dose should be taken as soon as it is remembered. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, the missed dose should be skipped to avoid the potential for an overdose. The patient should never take a double dose of this medication. If an overdose is suspected, the patient should seek immediate emergency medical attention. An over dose will present with symptoms which include blurry vision, dry mouth, fast heart rate.
There is a risk of negative drug interactions associated with Detrol LA. A thorough medical history should be understood prior to prescribing this medication. Patients should be urged to inquire with the prescribing physician before taking any new medications, including over the counter medications and herbal remedies. Medications which are known to negatively interact with Detrol LA include arsenic trioxide, bepridil, cisapride, chloroquine, cyclosporine, droperidol, narcotic medications, methadone, pentamidine, vinblastine, antibiotics, psychiatric medications, and heart rhythm medications.
This medication is time released and must be swallowed whole with a full glass of water in order to work effectively. Patients should be discouraged from crushing the tablets.
Detrol la has the following structural formula:
• Molecular formula of detrol la is C22H31NO
• Chemical IUPAC Name is 2-[3-[bis(1-methylethyl)amino]-1-phenyl-propyl]-4-methyl-phenol
• Molecular weight is 325.488 g/mol
• Detrol la available : 1mg tablets, 2mg tablets
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Generic name: Tolterodine
Brand name(s): Detrol, Tolterodina, Tolterodinum
Review published on: 14 March 2007
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I have experienced hair loss. please advice.
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| .: Add date: 2007-07-05 18:06:49 |
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I AM EXPERIENCING HAIR LOSS WHILE TAKING DETROL LA. IS THIS ONE OF DETROL LA CONTRA INDICATIONS? I DO NOT FIND IT LISTED ANYWHERE. PLEASE ADVICE.
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| .: Add date: 2007-07-18 10:58:57 |
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I have had major hair loss whle taking detrol for the 2 months
Added by marianne grady
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| .: Add date: 2007-08-07 00:03:57 |
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I have also experienced major hair loss while on Detrol LA
Added by RS
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| .: Add date: 2007-08-17 18:37:59 |
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I just cut down on Detrol LA 4mg to see if hair loss stops. Will keep you informed. Have had the distinct feeling that it shuts down the kidneys. True?
Added by gisela
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| .: Add date: 2007-09-01 21:08:35 |
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I too, have experienced major hair loss whille taking this drug for 1 month.
Added by Lori S
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| .: Add date: 2007-10-18 07:57:14 |
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I've had zero side affects from 20mg.
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| .: Add date: 2007-10-30 14:38:42 |
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My hair loss started slowly about 2 years ago when I began 4 mg Detrol LA. It is falling out faster now, but I need the meds. Any more anecdotal evidence of this?
Added by sue
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Although Detroll worked well on my system I developed a bad, dark red/purple rash that spread over my body diagnosed through a biopsy by my dermotolgist.
Added by Eddie
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I started Detrol LA aprox 3 months ago and almost immediately noticed hair in the sink...now I am experiencing what I consider to be major hair loss.
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My hairdresser tells me I have lost a lot of hair recently. I started taking 4mg 4 months aaago
Added by Yvette
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| .: Add date: 2008-03-26 17:36:47 |
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I have been on Detrol for over 6 months and may hair is falling out badly. I went to a doctor and was told nothing was wrong with me to cause hair loss. No gentic reason, blood work fine and even had a scalp biosphy that was fine. I am thinking of stopping the Detrol and see if it slows down. But I need the Detrol so I jtrqade one for the other??
Added by Tammy
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My hair is falling out so bad in huge chunks it is very scary every time I wash my hair I have hand fulls. The only thing different that I have done is taking detrol LA. I have looked at the side affects and I have not seen anything about loosing hair can anyone tell me if this has happened to them and if so did it last the whole time taking it also has anyone stopped taking detrol LA and did your hair stop falling out?
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