Solifenacin tablets are a generic treatment for an overactive bladder. Just take a tablet once every day to reduce the activity of your bladder, and get symptoms under control.
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Solifenacin tablets are used to treat an overactive bladder, which can cause urinary incontinence. The tablets contain the active ingredient solifenacin succinate. They’re a type of medicine called antimuscarinics, which are a kind of anticholinergic.
An overactive bladder (OAB) isn’t a disease – it’s a collection of urinary symptoms. The most common symptom you’re likely to experience is a sudden, uncontrollable urge to use the bathroom. If you also leak urine when you get this urge, it’s called urinary incontinence. The two are different, but can be linked.
How does Solifenacin work?
Antimuscarinics like Solifenacin work by preventing a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine from binding itself to the M2 and M3 muscarinic receptors. These receptors are responsible for contracting the bladder during urination, and blocking them should help keep your overactive bladder under control.
What doses of Solifenacin are there?
There are two different Solifenacin doses: Solifenacin 5 mg tablets and Solifenacin 10 mg tablets. You’ll usually start by taking Solifenacin 5 mg tablets, and only move to 10 mg if your doctor tells you to. Taking the lowest dose of Solifenacin that keeps your bladder under control will minimise any risk of side effects.
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How to take Solifenacin
You should only take Solifenacin exactly as your clinician has instructed you to. Take one tablet of your prescribed dose once a day, swallowing it with a drink of water. You can take Solifenacin with or without food – whichever works best for you. Just make sure not to crush or chew the tablet when you take it.
How long does it take Solifenacin to work?
Solifenacin reaches its peak in your bloodstream between three and eight hours after you take your tablet. But Solifenacin is a medicine you’ll need to take long-term to keep your symptoms in check. It can take up to four weeks for you to feel its full effects.
What should I do if I make a mistake taking Solifenacin?
If you forget to take a dose of Solifenacin, you can just take your missed dose as soon as you remember. The only exception is if it’s almost time to take your next one – in this case, just skip the one you missed and continue as normal from your upcoming dose.
If you accidentally take too much Solifenacin, you should contact a doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible. You could get symptoms like:
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FAQ: Solifenacin
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Why should I buy Solifenacin online with Treated?
Answer:
We want to make getting treatment for your overactive bladder simple and stress-free. Just let us know a bit about yourself in our quick and easy consultation, and we can recommend urinary incontinence treatments tailored for you. Just choose the one that’s right for you, and we’ll deliver it directly to your door quickly and discreetly.
Our clinical team will also keep in touch to offer their expert aftercare. If you have any questions about your treatment, they’re here to help. When you buy Solifenacin online with us, our flexible subscription plans allow you to make changes to your treatment whenever you like. You can swap to a different treatment – or pause, cancel or reactivate your current plan as you need to.
How effective is Solifenacin?
Answer:
Solifenacin has proven to be an effective treatment for an overactive bladder in clinical studies. In one trial, 503 people were given Solifenacin starting at 5mg (which could be increased to 10mg if needed), and 206 were given placebo. Those on Solifenacin found that they needed to urinate less frequently, urgently, and had fewer urge incontinence leaks when compared with those on placebo. Urgency bother was also reduced by 42.4%, and there was an increased level of treatment satisfaction on Solifenacin.
Does Solifenacin cause weight gain?
Answer:
Solifenacin shouldn’t cause you to gain any weight. However, there’s a small chance it can make you feel less hungry – which can cause weight loss. If you’re worried about your weight while taking Solifenacin, speak with your clinician.
Can you get Solifenacin side effects?
Answer:
There’s a chance you can get some Solifenacin side effects, the same as with any medicine. But they don’t affect everyone.
There have been reports of angioedema, a skin allergy that causes swelling in the tissue below the skin’s surface, that can also obstruct breathing. If you get any of these symptoms, stop using Solifenacin straight away and get medical attention. Likewise, if you have any kind of allergy attack or skin reaction, speak to your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
The most common side effects of Solifenacin are:
dry mouth;
blurred Vision;
constipation;
nausea; and:
indigestion, abdominal pain, burping, and heartburn.
If you want a full list of Solifenacin side effects, take a look at the patient information leaflet.
Who is Solifenacin for?
Answer:
There are some Solifenacin warnings you should be aware of, because it isn’t suitable for everyone. If you’re wondering who shouldn’t take Solifenacin, speak to your doctor if you:
have had trouble emptying your bladder or passing urine;
have an obstruction of your digestive system (like constipation)
are at risk of your stomach and bowel movements slowing down;
have severe kidney disease;
have a hiatus hernia or heartburn; or:
have a nervous disorder (autonomic neuropathy).
Are there any alternatives to Solifenacin?
Answer:
If you’re looking for a treatment similar to Solifenacin, you can get other antimuscarinic treatments for an overactive bladder. These include:
Oxybutynin (also sold under the brands Ditropan, Lyrinel, and Kentera);
Tolterodine (also sold under the brand names Blerone, Detrol, Detrusitol, Inconex, Mariosea, Neditol, Preblacon, and Santizor); and:
Darifenacin (also sold under the brand name Emselex);
These all work in the same way as Solifenacin – but if you get side effects on one type of antimuscarinic, switching to a different one could help. While there is a small difference in how well these different treatments have performed in clinical trials, it isn’t enough to affect how they work in practice; many clinicians consider them all comparable in terms of how effective they are.
Functional role of M2 and M3 muscarinic receptors in the urinary bladder of rats in vitro and in vivo. British Journal of Pharmacology. vol. 120, no. 8. pp. 1409-1418.
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