Ditropan
Utilized to alleviate bladder spasms, intended to address frequency and incontinence.
- Category
- Bladder Health
- Active ingredient
- Oxybutynin
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 2.5 · 5mg
Ditropan details
- Conditions
- Urinary Incontinence · Detrusor Overactivity
- Alternative names
- Oxytrol; Kentera
- Therapeutic class
- Urinary Antispasmodic
- Pharmacological class
- Anticholinergic
- Contraindications
- urinary retention; gastric retention; narrow-angle glaucoma; myasthenia gravis
- Minor side effects
- dry mouth; constipation; nausea; blurred vision
- Moderate side effects
- urinary hesitation; dizziness; tachycardia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–10 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool place, protect from light.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; anticholinergics
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Precautions and warnings
may cause drowsiness; use caution in hot weather to prevent heatstroke; use with caution in elderly patients
Serious side effects
confusion in elderly, requires immediate medical attention; hallucinations, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Utilized to alleviate bladder spasms, intended to address frequency and incontinence.
Mechanism of action
Oxybutynin exerts a direct antispasmodic effect on bladder smooth muscle by inhibiting the muscarinic action of acetylcholine. This relaxes the bladder wall, reducing involuntary contractions and increasing bladder capacity.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Ditropan
Ditropan is a brand of oxybutynin used to manage urinary incontinence and detrusor overactivity. This active ingredient is also sold under names including Oxytrol and Kentera. It is currently supplied as a tablet in 2.5mg and 5mg strengths, produced by the manufacturer Sanofi.
Buying Ditropan online
Ditropan is registered across 14 markets including the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan, with availability also in South Korea, Japan and the UAE. Generic oxybutynin, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand and serves as a reliable option for expats and local residents. Ordering online is one of the most popular ways to secure this treatment when a well stocked pharmacy is not nearby.