Solifenacin, or brand name VESICare, is a drug prescribed to treat bladder problems including the frequent need to urinate or the inability to control urination, according to the Mayo Clinic. This is often called incontinence. Individuals may develop overactive bladder as a result of trauma, age, pregnancy, or other medical conditions, according to Vesicare.com. It is a commonly occurring issue, with one in six adults experiencing some form of overactive bladder, according to Vesicare.com. VESICare works by treating the symptoms of overactive bladder. It can control the bladder muscle and reduce bladder urges or leakage day and night, according to the medication's website. As with any medication, solifenacin has the potential for side effects.
Overdose
According to the Mayo Clinic, the following symptoms may be a sign of overdose: blurred vision; confusion; constipation; hallucinations; difficult urination; drowsiness; dry eyes, mouth, nose, or throat; dry skin; eye pain; fast heartbeat; flushing or redness of the face; nausea; tremors; difficulty breathing; or vomiting. These responses to solifenacin are serious and require medical attention immediately. Some of the more mild symptoms such as constipation and dry eyes, nose, mouth, and throat may disappear as the body becomes accustomed to the medication, according to the Mayo Clinic. Contact your physician if any of these symptoms occur.
Common Side Effects
It is not uncommon for individuals to experience constipation or dry mouth while using solifenacin. If this is bothersome, contact your doctor to discuss possible treatment options for these side effects. Over time they may disappear. Heartburn, indigestion and headache are less common but considered harmless unless accompanied by other side effects, according to RxList.com. A cough and mild dizziness may occur frequently, according to Drugs.com.
More Severe Side Effects
According to RxList.com, some rarely occurring side effects of solifenacin include: acid or sour stomach; belching; bladder pain; bloody or cloudy urine; blurred vision; body aches or pains; chills; congestion; decrease in frequency or volume of urination; diarrhea; difficulty passing urine; burning or painful urination; dizziness; feeling sad or empty; voice changes; unusual tiredness; trouble swallowing; trouble concentrating; tiredness; tender swollen neck glands; sweating; stomach pain; heartbeat irregularities; pounding in the ears; and congestion. These symptoms should be reported to your doctor as they may be a sign of serious interaction. Drugs.com adds the following severe side effects: back pain; fever and chills; mental changes; pain below the ribs; and inability to empty the bladder.
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