Uses of driptane 5mg

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5mg driptane has the active ingredient Oxybutynine hydrochloride 5mg, corresponding to oxybutynine 4.54mg. The drug is often prescribed to treat certain urinary tract diseases. So what is driptane medicine, what are its uses and how is it used?

1. What is Driptane?

Driptane is a medication that relieves spasms of the bladder and urinary tract muscles. Driptane 5mg has the active ingredient Oxybutynine hydrochloride 5mg, corresponding to oxybutynine 4.54mg. The drug is prepared in the form of easy-to-break tablets, each box of 60 tablets.
Dosage: In adults, the usual dose is 1⁄2 tablets, 2-3 times a day, children over 5 years old: 1⁄2 tablets, 2 times a day. Then gradually increase to a maximum of 3 tablets daily in adults and 2 tablets daily in children over 5 years of age, depending on the clinical response and tolerability of the patient.

2. Uses of driptane 5mg

5mg driptane is used to treat symptoms and conditions such as:
Overactive bladder (abbreviated OAB) about 1 in 6 people report symptoms of OAB, with symptoms such as:
Urinary frequency: with the manifestation you have to go to the toilet often – more than seven times a day. In many cases, there can be more. Urgency: You have the urge to urinate whether you want to or not. Urinary incontinence: urine leaks out before you go to the toilet, when you feel the urge to urinate. Nocturia: you have to get up to urinate more than once each night. Symptoms of neurogenic bladder: inability to contract and relax rhythmically to hold and expel urine.
Enuresis, use driptane only when there is clinical evidence of a bladder immaturity (with diurnal dysuria). Urgency in women, does the urine come out on its own, especially in the case of unstable bladder, except in the case of urinary incontinence on exertion. Accordingly, the drug is used in children at least 6 years of age whose overactive bladder is associated with a neurological condition such as spina bifida.

3. Driptane 5mg . side effects

On the skin and subcutaneous tissue: Dry skin, allergic reactions such as skin rash, urticaria and angioedema. Cardiovascular: Tachycardia and arrhythmia, blurred vision dry eyes, glaucoma, appearance of narrow angles of glaucoma, dilated pupils. Psychiatric: Psychiatric and CNS disorders with symptoms of agitation, dizziness, headache, hallucinations, nightmares, somnolence, cognitive disturbances (confusion, delirium, agitation) and convulsions. Renal and ureteral: Renal and ureteral disorders with symptoms of urinary difficulty and urinary retention. Gastrointestinal: Gastrointestinal discomfort, dry mouth, nausea, constipation, diarrhea and gastroesophageal reflux. Some other symptoms:
Facial flushing (symptoms are more obvious in children than adults) Impotence and urinary disorders. Signs of atropin poisoning (mydriasis, smooth muscle paralysis, decreased secretion) Some users react when taking the drug is unable to sweat in high environmental conditions, which can cause heatstroke. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms, do not cut or reduce the dose by yourself, some symptoms will disappear when the dose is reduced.

4. Note when using driptane

You need to keep a few things in mind before using 5mg driptane:
Go back to the doctor after 4 to 6 weeks to be re-evaluated. Use with caution in elderly patients and children who are sensitive to the effects of the drug. Patients with autonomic neuropathy, diaphragmatic hernia or other severe gastrointestinal symptoms, liver and kidney disorders , tachycardia or cerebral ischemia. Tell your doctor right away if you have conditions such as: hyperthyroidism, heart problems (coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, tachycardia, arrhythmia), and an enlarged prostate gland as it increases risk of drug side effects. Medications should not be used to treat stress urinary incontinence. Discomfort due to decreased salivation, dry mouth causing periodontitis, tooth decay or oral candidiasis caused by long-term medication. You should talk to your doctor for instructions on the appropriate antibiotic to treat the infection. The risk of heatstroke is increased in infants, children, or the elderly and in people with chronic diseases due to decreased sweating. In addition, if the following signs appear, tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately:
Neurological symptoms. Urinary tract infections . Liver or kidney disease. Abnormal heart rate. Diaphragmatic hernia or other gastrointestinal disease. Brain diseases. Other considerations when taking driptane:
For pregnant and lactating women: There are not enough studies to determine the risks of taking this medication. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking driptane. You should take driptane before eating with 1 glass of water. It can also be taken with food or with a glass of milk in case you have an upset stomach. Driptane should not be used in children under 5 years of age under all circumstances because safety and effectiveness have not been established. When you miss a dose: take the driptane as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose of driptane and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take twice the dose your doctor gives you.

5. Effects of other drugs on Driptane

To avoid reactions with other medications that cause a change in medication, tell your doctor about the medications you are taking.
Atropine and other preparations containing atropine, antidepressant imipramine, sedating antihistamines HI, anticholinergics, antiparkinsonian drugs, disopyramide, neuroleptic phenothiazines. Side effects of atropine may increase such as urinary retention, constipation, dry mouth. Lisuride: will increase the risk of causing mental disorders, so clinical monitoring of the doctor is required. To ensure the quality of the drug, you should store Driptane 5mg at room temperature (no more than 25°C), away from moisture and light. Driptane is a medication that relieves spasms of the bladder and urinary tract muscles. To ensure the effectiveness of use and avoid side effects, patients need to take the drug according to the prescription or consult a doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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