Enablex, also known as darifenacin, is a drug used to reduce the symptoms of overactive bladder. This drug can relieve urinary urgency, frequent urination and urine leakage. This drug has several potential side effects that should be discussed with a doctor prior to beginning treatment. If these side effects are severe or persistent, it may be necessary to take a smaller dose or change to a different drug.
Serious Side Effects
Enablex can cause serious side effects in some patients. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe stomach pain, pain or burning during urination, reduced urination, extreme thirst with hot and dry skin, inability to urinate or severe constipation. It may be necessary to reduce your dose of Enablex or stop using the drug completely. An alternate drug for overactive bladder may be used in its place if Enablex causes any of these serious side effects.
Less Serious Side Effects
Some side effects of Enablex are mild and do not require stopping the medication unless these side effects do not go away. Less serious side effects of Enablex include mild constipation, dry eyes, diarrhea, nausea, mild stomach pain, weakness, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, fever, body aches, sore throat and flu-like symptoms. If these side effects are bothersome, discuss them with your doctor to determine if a dosage adjustment is needed. If side effects persist after your medication dosage is reduced, it may be necessary to try a different drug for overactive bladder.
Allergic Reaction
The ingredients in Enablex may cause an allergic reaction, which can cause hives, difficulty breathing, rash and itching. If the throat and tongue swell up due to an allergic reaction, the airway can become blocked, making breathing difficult. If you experience any of these signs of an allergic reaction, seek emergency medical attention.
Drug Interactions
Some drugs can affect the way Enablex works. Other drugs can interact with Enablex and cause serious reactions. Do not take Enablex without consulting a doctor if you take other bladder medications, mepenzolate, medications for HIV/AIDS, antifungal medications, antibiotics, flecainide, glycopyrrolate, thioridazine, bronchodilators, atropine, antidepressants and medications for irritable bowel syndrome. Inform your doctor any time you begin taking a new medication, vitamin or herbal supplement, as these can change the way Enablex affects the body. Over-the-counter medications can also interact with Enablex, so do not take pain relievers or other over-the-counter drugs without seeking medical advice.
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