Tolterodine (Detrol LA) Pros and Cons
- Tolterodine works well for the treatment of overactive bladder symptoms such as urinary frequency, urinary urgency, and urge incontinence.
- You only need to take the extended-release capsule once a day.
- There is a lower-cost generic available.
- Clinical studies have shown tolterodine may cause less dry mouth than oxybutynin.
- Tolterodine can cause dry mouth and constipation as side effects.
- There is a potential risk of falls due to dizziness.
- It can interact with many other drugs.
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