Oxytrol
Nocturia, Urinary Bladder, Overactive, Neurological Disorders + 8 more
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Oxytrol
Treatment for
Nocturia
What is Oxytrol
Oxybutynin
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Oxybutynin, also known as Ditropan XL, is a medication used to treat the symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB). It was approved by the FDA in 1975 and is often prescribed as the first line of treatment for OAB. It helps reduce urinary symptoms such as urgency, frequency, and nocturia, which can cause social embarrassment and decrease quality of life. Oxybutynin has been optimized for safety and effectiveness in treating OAB.
Ditropan
is the brand name
Oxytrol Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Ditropan
Oxybutynin
1975
256
Effectiveness
How Oxytrol Affects Patients
Oxybutynin helps treat symptoms of overactive bladder, like having to go to the bathroom urgently and often. It does this by blocking a certain type of brain receptors, called muscarinic receptors. People taking oxybutynin may experience swelling of the face, tongue, and throat (angioedema). Other possible side effects include hallucinations, confusion, agitation, drowsiness, and difficulty operating machinery. If any of these side effects occur, the dosage of this drug may need to be adjusted.
How Oxytrol works in the body
Oxybutynin works to relax the bladder by blocking the activity of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger responsible for muscle movement. This reduces muscle spasms and increases the bladder's capacity, allowing you to control when you need to go to the bathroom. The active metabolite of oxybutynin targets muscarinic receptors, which are responsible for controlling muscle movements in the bladder.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed measure of Oxytrol is contingent upon the identified condition, such as Neurological Disorders, Foley Catheterization and Nocturia. The amount of dosage is subject to the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet, extended release or Patch) specified in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Spinal Dysraphism
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Urinary Bladder, Overactive
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Neurological Disorders
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
increased frequency of urination
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Foley Catheterization
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Longterm Indwelling Ureteral Stent
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Nocturia
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Bladder Spasms
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Urinary Urgency
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Urinary Incontinence, Urge
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Overactive Bladder Syndrome
, 5.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 0.39 mg/hour, 0.28 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mg, 2.5 mg, 0.0907 mg/mg, 10.0 %, 1.0 mg/mL
, Syrup, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Gel, Gel - Transdermal, Tablet, Solution - Oral, Solution, Topical, Gel - Topical, Spray, metered - Topical, Spray, metered
Warnings
Oxytrol Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Oxybutynin may interact with Pulse Frequency
Urinary Retention
Do Not Combine
uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma
Do Not Combine
Gastric Retention
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Oxytrol.
Common Oxytrol Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abemaciclib
Major
The metabolism of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Oxybutynin.
Acalabrutinib
Major
The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be decreased when combined with Oxybutynin.
Aclidinium
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Oxybutynin is combined with Aclidinium.
Alectinib
Major
The metabolism of Alectinib can be decreased when combined with Oxybutynin.
Alpelisib
Major
The metabolism of Alpelisib can be decreased when combined with Oxybutynin.
Oxytrol Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The most toxic dose of oxybutynin in rats is 460mg/kg. Overdosing on oxybutynin may cause symptoms such as confusion, fever, irregular heartbeat, difficulty urinating, difficulty breathing, and paralysis, as well as unconsciousness. If an overdose is suspected, supportive care should be provided and activated charcoal should be administered with a cathartic agent. Two reported cases of overdose involved people taking a 100mg dose of oxybutynin along with alcohol, but the patients recovered after receiving treatment.
Oxytrol Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Oxytrol?
79 investigations are currently being conducted to assess the potential of Oxytrol for treating Overactive Bladder Syndrome, Foley Catheterization and Neurological Ailments.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Nocturia
4 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4
Bladder Spasms
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Spinal Dysraphism
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary Incontinence, Urge
5 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4
Foley Catheterization
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary Urgency
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Urinary Bladder, Overactive
0 Actively Recruiting
Overactive Bladder Syndrome
26 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3
Longterm Indwelling Ureteral Stent
0 Actively Recruiting
Neurological Disorders
7 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2
increased frequency of urination
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Oxytrol Reviews: What are patients saying about Oxytrol?
5
Patient Review
7/31/2014
Oxytrol for Problems with Bladder Control
5
Patient Review
2/1/2021
Oxytrol for Frequent Urination
5
Patient Review
7/13/2015
Oxytrol for Overactive Bladder
5
Patient Review
11/6/2014
Oxytrol for Overactive Bladder
4.7
Patient Review
2/18/2015
Oxytrol for Problems with Bladder Control
4.3
Patient Review
6/6/2015
Oxytrol for Overactive Bladder
4
Patient Review
1/27/2018
Oxytrol for Overactive Bladder
2.7
Patient Review
7/15/2021
Oxytrol for Problems with Bladder Control
2.3
Patient Review
8/21/2014
Oxytrol for Overactive Bladder
2
Patient Review
1/10/2016
Oxytrol for Frequent Urination
1.7
Patient Review
1/4/2016
Oxytrol for Frequent Urination
Patient Q&A Section about oxytrol
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Why is Oxytrol discontinued?
"According to Wilkes (2015), Bayer AG stopped distributing the OTC version of OXY-TDS in early 2015 because sales results were disappointing."
Answered by AI
Can you buy Oxytrol over-the-counter?
"The Oxytrol® skin patch is only available with a doctor's prescription for men, while women can get it without a prescription or over-the-counter (OTC). This product comes in two forms: Patch, Extended Release."
Answered by AI
What is Oxytrol used for?
"Oxybutynin is used to treat an overactive bladder. By relaxing the muscles in the bladder, oxybutynin improves symptoms such as the inability to control urination (incontinence), feeling that one has to urinate (urgency), and having to go to the bathroom often (frequency)."
Answered by AI
How long does it take for Oxytrol to work?
"It takes approximately one week for the medicine in Oxytrol (oxybutynin) patches to build up to steady levels in your system. The patch continuously releases the medication through your skin and into your bloodstream over the course of 3-4 days."
Answered by AI