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05-15-2012, 08:30 PM
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Trying Oxybutynin (Ditropan)
Not sure if this is the right board for this, but I have read over so many posts here about bladder problems before. I finally really laid it out for my neuro about how much my bladder issues impede my daily life. He wrote me a prescription for Oxybutynin (Ditropan). I got the rx but after reading the potential side effects, I didn't start taking it.
Drowsy? Blurred vision? Ummm, I have enough of that already! Finally, about a week ago I decided to give it a try. No increased drowsiness or vision problems. And, it seems to WORK! My husband and I went out for dinner and drinks two nights in a row and I didn't even have to leave the table to use the restroom. Unheard of! We took a drive out of town and I didn't have to stop anywhere for a bathroom break. Unbelieveable! So, I am finding it pretty exciting. I tried Detrol a few years ago and it did nothing for me. I do worry about the warnings for overheating/heat stroke, now that it is summer. Has anyone had issues with this? Any other side effects? I've noticed the dry mouth a bit, and some minor bowel issues/upset. Just wondering about anyone else's experiences with this drug. The only other drug I'm on is Copaxone. 
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05-16-2012, 04:24 PM
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South7, I love this med! I've been on it for years. I adjust my dosage to fit my symptoms. Sometimes I take just 1/2 pill. They say to not cut the pills, but it works for me. I get the dry mouth but always have gum or hard candy with me. I'm glad it's giving you more freedom. No one wants to plan your outings around bathrooms.
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05-17-2012, 09:50 AM
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Have you ever noticed any other side effects? Anything with overheating? I already have issues with the heat just due to the MS, but heat stroke doesn't sound like fun either! I'm glad it works for you!
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05-27-2012, 03:44 AM
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I have been on this medication for two years now, and other than a dry mouth i have no other side effects.
It means i dont need to use the bathroom every 20 minutes like i was before.
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05-29-2012, 05:05 PM
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Thank you for sharing your experiences with this medication. I also have a problem with frequent urination and have considered trying a medication.
My biggest concern is going from a spastic to flaccid bladder.
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05-29-2012, 07:38 PM
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I'm on the same med and it does nothing for me
 Maybe it's the dosage? I take a 5mg pill twice a day.
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Diagnosed December 20, 2011 Avonex: February 10, 2012 - March 16, 2013
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07-17-2012, 09:13 PM
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Have to report that this is still working great, although I haven't been taking it every day because it DOES bother my vision a bit. Blurry (er) dry eyes. I have also been out in the heat and hot sun quite a bit while taking it, with no ill effects. That may just be me though, so use caution. Also, I haven't exercised on it in the heat.
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