The Urology Center Glossary terms

Ditropan XL:

Ditropan XL is a relatively new preparation of oxybutanine, a medication designed to help control overactive bladder symptoms and urinary incontinence. The XL preparation of the drug is very different from the generic form, which is much less preferred. The Ditropan XL preparation of oxybutanine is generally very effective with few side effects. However, the medication must be combined with additional behavioral treatments as directed by the urologist. Otherwise the medication will be much less effective.

Failure ... to thoroughly educate patients concerning ... Ditropan is a common cause of ineffective treatment.

Failure on the part of physicians and nurses to thoroughly educate patients concerning the required dietary, exercise and behavioral changes necessary to the proper use of Ditropan is a common cause of ineffective treatment. Ditropan is not useful for the treatment of pure stress urinary incontinence.

All medications have potential side effects and some medications should not be taken with other medications or should not be taken with certain medical conditions. Ditropan should not be used in patients with uncontrolled narrow angle glaucoma and certain other conditions. Ditropan should be used with caution in patients with gastroesophageal reflux.

(Please visit our Female Urology Center of Excellence or see related glossary terms "male incontinence" or "female incontinence" for additional information.)