Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets

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Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets are utilized for overactive bladder syndrome (it is a disorder in which the muscles of the bladder contract uncontrollably and sudden need to urinate, leading to frequent urination and loss of control over urination).

Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets has tolterodine in it. Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets are muscle relaxants of the urinary bladder that block urgent, frequent, or uncontrollable urination.

Follow the directions of your physician to take Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets. Based on your health conditions, you should take Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets as long as your doctor directs you to do so. Dry mouth, headache, constipation, drowsiness, dizziness, vision blur, and dry skin are experienced by you. The majority of these side effects of Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets are not a concern for medical attention and resolve on their own over time. But if the side effects are recurring, contact your physician.

Medical Benefits:-

Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets help in the treatment of uncontrollable muscle contractions (spasms) of the bladder muscles which lead to frequent urination, urgent urination, and lack of control of the passing of urine. It also alleviates painful, or frequent urination and decreases the urgency to urinate that occurs with certain infections of the urinary tract. This helps to treat the overactive bladder symptoms effectively.

How Does This Medicine Work?

Take this medication in the dose and duration as consulted by your healthcare expert. Swallow the whole pellet. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets can be taken with or without food, but taking it at a regular time is advisable.

Side Effects:-

• Dryness in mouth
• Constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Blurred vision
• Diarrhea

Precautions:-

• Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets relieve symptoms of an overactive bladder by reducing the need to urinate and managing urination.
• It may be 4 weeks before you notice the improvement in your symptoms. Continue to take it as directed.
• Steer clear of caffeine, alcohol, and fizzy drinks as they may aggravate your symptoms.
• It can lead to dizziness and vision blurring. Do not drive or perform any work requiring mental alertness till you are aware of how it impacts you.
• Dry eyes, dry mouth, and constipation can occur as a side effect. Take good care of your oral hygiene, drink water often, chew sugarless gum, and use contact lenses cautiously.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):-

Q. How long does it take Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets to become effective?

Your signs and symptoms may begin improving after 1 week of Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets. Full benefits may be observed after 5-8 weeks of regular use. To keep this improvement, your physician can prescribe this medication to you for an extended duration of up to 24 months.

Q. What is the drug class of Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets? Is it a diuretic?

Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets is a group of drugs called muscarinic receptor blockers. Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets is not a diuretic, but a urinary antispasmodic. This results in the relaxation of the urinary bladder, reducing spasms of the bladder wall. This also offers improved control over the release of urine and also expands the storage capacity of the bladder.

Q. Should I simply stop taking Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets?

Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets do not cure your condition but will manage the symptoms of an overactive bladder. Discontinue this medicine even if you are feeling better. Your doctor will monitor your condition periodically, for example, 6 months, to decide how long you need to continue taking Tolterodine Tartrate Pellets.