Generic name:fesoterodine [ FES-oh-TER-oh-deen ]
Drug class:Urinary antispasmodics
What is Toviaz?
Toviaz reduces spasms of the bladder muscles.
Toviaz is used in adults to treat overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence.
Toviaz is also used to treat neurogenic detrusor overactivity in children at least 6 years old who weigh more than 55 pounds (25 kilograms).
Warnings
You should not take Toviaz if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, or if you have a blockage of the urinary tract, stomach, or intestines.
Do not crush, chew, or break a Toviaz extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. Toviaz may cause blurred vision or impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Toviaz can decrease perspiration and you may be more prone to heat stroke.
Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of fesoterodine. There are many other drugs that can interact with fesoterodine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over the counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list of all your medicines and show it to any healthcare provider who treats you.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Toviaz if you are allergic to fesoterodine or tolterodine, or if ...
