Detrol reduces spasms of the bladder muscles.

Detrol is used to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence.

Detrol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Important information about Detrol

Do not take Detrol if you are allergic to tolterodine, if you have uncontrolled glaucoma, or if you have a blockage of the urinary tract, stomach, or intestines.

Before taking Detrol, tell your doctor if you have a personal or family history of “Long QT syndrome.”

Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release capsule. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking or opening the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. Detrol can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of Detrol. There are many other medicines that can interact with Detrol. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

Before taking Detrol

Do not take Detrol if you are allergic to tolterodine or if you have:

• a blockage of the urinary tract (difficulty urinating);
• a blockage in your stomach or intestines; or
• untreated or uncontrolled glaucoma.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Detrol:

• liver disease;
• kidney disease;
• glaucoma; or
• a personal or family history of “Long QT syndrome.”

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Detrolis harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Detrol passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Detrol?

Take Detrol exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

Take this medication with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release capsule. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking or opening the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. Store Detrol at room temperature away from moisture and heat.