Tolterodine : How to Use - Detrol, Detrol LA

Tolterodine - Systemic

Brand Names

Detrol, Detrol LA Tolterodine *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Take this drug only as directed. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your family doctor ordered. To do so may increase the risk of side effects. The extended release capsules must be taken with liquids and swallowed whole.

Dosage

The dose of tolterodine will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of tolterodine If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form - tablets:
- To treat bladder problems:
  - Adults 1 to 2 milligrams - mg two times a day. Your family doctor may change your dose.
  - Children Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.
For oral dosage form - extended release capsules:
- To treat bladder problems:
  - Adults 4 milligrams - mg once a day. Your family doctor may change your dose.
  - Children Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Keep the drug from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.