How does oxybutynin affect the eyes?

The most common side effects of anticho- linergic drugs such as oxybutynin are dry mouth, ocular burning sensation and surface dryness, blurred vision, constipation, tachycardia, impaired REM sleep leading to somnolence/ insomnia, hallucinations, confusion, headache, dizziness, memory impairment, and decreased …

How long does it take for oxybutynin to start working?

You may not see an immediate effect when you first start taking oxybutynin. Your bladder will need some time to adapt. It usually starts to have an effect within four weeks. Oxybutynin can affect the amount of urine that stays in your bladder and monitoring this before starting on medication is important.

What are the side effects of oxybutynin hydrochloride?

Oxybutynin may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • dry mouth.
  • blurred vision.
  • dry eyes, nose, or skin.
  • stomach pain.
  • constipation.
  • diarrhea.
  • nausea.
  • heartburn.

What is oxybutynin hydrochloride used for?

Oxybutynin is a medicine used to treat symptoms of an overactive bladder. These can include: a sudden and urgent need to pee (urinary urgency) needing to pee more often than usual (urinary frequency)

Does oxybutynin cause dilated pupils?

Before prescribing oxybutynin, investigate the cause of the symptoms because they could be medication-related. Anticholinergic medicines can also impair distant vision and dilate the pupils leading to increased light sensitivity.

Is oxybutynin an antibiotic?

Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder). It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics.

Which eye drop is best for blurry vision?

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