Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate)
Product Review
Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate)
Toviaz® (Fesoterodine Fumarate) is a prescription medication designed to manage symptoms of an overactive bladder, including frequent urination, urgent urination, and urinary incontinence. By targeting the muscles of the bladder, Toviaz® offers a pathway to reclaiming comfort and confidence in your daily life.
Why Choose Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate)?
- Reduces Urgency: Experience fewer interruptions by urgent needs to urinate.
- Decreases Frequency: Lessen the number of times you need to visit the bathroom each day.
- Minimizes Incontinence: Regain control and reduce episodes of leakage.
How to Use Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate)?
- Dosage: Take the prescribed dose once a day, with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole without crushing, chewing, or breaking it.
- Timing: Take Toviaz® at the same time each day to maintain an even level of medication in your body.
- Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.
Important Safety Information about Toviaz
- Allergies: To fesoterodine fumarate or any component of Toviaz®.
- Medical Conditions: Including bladder outflow obstruction, kidney or liver disease, or a history of QT prolongation.
- Pregnancy or Breastfeeding: The effects of Toviaz® on pregnant women or nursing infants are unknown. It is important to inform your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
- Storage: Keep the medication in its original packaging, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Fact Table
Generic Name | Fesoterodine Fumarate |
Brand Name | Toviaz® |
Classification | Antimuscarinic/Anticholinergic |
FDA Approval Date | 2008 |
Indications | Treatment of overactive bladder with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency |
Dosage Forms | Extended-release tablets available in 4 mg and 8 mg strengths |
Administration Route | Oral |
Recommended Dosage | Initially, 4 mg once daily, may increase to 8 mg once daily based on efficacy and tolerability |
Mechanism of Action | Blocks muscarinic receptors in the bladder, reducing bladder muscle spasms |
Common Side Effects | Dry mouth, constipation, dry eyes, urinary retention, blurred vision, dizziness |
Special Considerations | Not recommended for individuals with uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, or gastric retention. |
Interactions | May interact with other medications metabolized by CYP2D6 and CYP3A4 enzymes |
Pregnancy Category | Category C (risk cannot be ruled out) |
Nursing Mothers | It is unknown if Toviaz is excreted in human milk; caution is advised |
Pediatric Use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established |
Geriatric Use | No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity in some older individuals cannot be ruled out |
Storage | Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, in its original packaging |
Common Side Effects
Like all medications, Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate) can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Understanding these side effects can help you use this medication safely and effectively
- Dry Mouth
- Constipation
- Dry Eyes
- Urinary Retention
- Blurred Vision
- Dizziness
If you experience any side effects, discuss them with your healthcare provider. They can offer advice and may adjust your treatment if necessary. Report any severe or unexpected side effects immediately.
How Can You Buy Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate)?
You can order Toviaz (Fesoterodine Fumarate) using these methods on our website:
- Order Online
- Order by Phone
- Order by Fax
- Order your refills
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