Oxybutynin (HCl)

Oxybutynin (HCl) is anticholinergic and antispasmodic agent. Chemically Oxybutynin (HCl) is identified as (R, S)-4-diethylamino-2-butynylphenyl-cyclohexylglycolate. Oxybutynin (HCl) is used to treat urinary incontinance (both sensory and motor), and nocturnal enuresis. Oxybutynin (HCl) is prepared by chemical synthesis. Oxybutynin (HCl) is optically active and the racemate is used clinically. Oxybutynin (HCl) is not avaialble in any combination preparations. Oxybutynin (HCl) is administered orally.

Brands
CYSTRIN OXITRIN OXITRIN BUTYN TAIVOR OXITYN OXYCYSTIN OXYNIN-5 OXYNIN
Adult Dose
Dose: 5 mg
Single Dose: 5 (5)
Frequency: 12 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: Frequency may be increased upto 3 times/day if needed.
Neonatal
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Paedriatic
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Characteristics
belongs to Tertiary Amine. It belongs to Cholinergic muscarinic antagonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antidotes and Antispasmodic Agent, Urinary pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Oxybutynin (HCl) is 393.90.
Contraindications
Oxybutynin (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Glucoma,Myasthenia gravis,Ulcerative colitis,Mega colon,Intestinal atony,GI obstruction.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Oxybutynin (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Drowsiness, Fever, Palpitation, Tachycardia, Constipation, Insomnia, Diaphoresis, Nausea and vomiting, Hot flushes, Xerostomia.
Indications
Oxybutynin (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Neurogenic bladder, Severe or recurrent duodenal and gastric ulcertion, Urinary frequency, Urinary spasm.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Oxybutynin (HCl) was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Syrup Store Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Tab Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Warnings
Alcoholic beverages may increase the drowsiness caused by oxybutynin. Before taking oxybutynin, tell the doctor about taking prescription and nonprescription drugs, because oxybutynin can affect certain medical conditions. It should be used with caution in patients with heart, liver, kidney, stomach or intestinal disease, glaucoma, colitis, intestinal obstruction, hyperthyroidism or myasthenia gravis. It should be used with caution during pregnancy or lactation. Before surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist about the use of the drug.
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