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Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Oxybutynin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet

This medication is used to treat patients who have an overactive bladder and inability to control urination. In such patients, there is a tendency of repeated and frequent urination, muscle spasm in bladder and urinary tract. The medicine is also used as a controlling agent for bladder muscles in children over 6 years of age.

The drug works by relaxing the bladders, which reduces the problem of its overactivity. However, professional medical supervision is necessary before the consumption of this tablet. The doctor must be informed of any existing medicines that are being consumed by the patient in order to prevent any kind of interactions.

    What are the uses of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Use of this medicine with alcohol may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before consuming this medication if you are breastfeeding a baby.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose of this medicine should be taken as soon as you remember it. The missed dose, however, should be skipped if it is near the time of the next dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected. Immediate medical attention may be needed in such situation.

    How does this medication work?

    The drug is an anticholinergic that antagonizes the muscarinic acetylcholine receptors to reduce their effect on the smooth muscles of the bladder. This helps treat overactive bladders and muscle spasms in the bladder.

      What are the interactions of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        The medicine interacts with olanzapine, topiramate, ketoconazole and zonisamide.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from autonomic neuropathy, central nervous system disorders and infectious diarrhea should exercise caution.

      FAQs about Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet?

        Ans : Oxyspas tablet is a medication which has Oxybutynin as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by calming the muscles of the bladder.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet?

        Ans : Oxyspas 2.5mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Inability to control urine, Neurogenic bladder disorder and Uncontrolled contraction of the bladder wall.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet?

        Ans : Dry mouth, Constipation, Stomach pain, Extreme tiredness, Drowsiness, Blurred vision, Nausea and Vomiting, Headache, Back pain, Application site redness, itching, and burning, Dry eyes, and Dry skin are possible side-effects which may occur.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Oxyspas 2.5mg Tablet?

        Ans : Oxyspas should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      References

      • Oxybutynin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 7 December 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/oxybutynin

      • Oxybutynin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 7 December 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01062

      • Ditropan 5mg Tablets- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2019 [Cited 7 December 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3972/smpc

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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